Event Manager Athletic Facilities
University of Northern IowaAbout the role
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Full Consideration Date:
06/16/2025Job Description:
Primary Function: Oversees event management and operations in the UNI-Dome, McLeod Center and assigned outdoor athletic facilities; serves as the operations lead for the McLeod Center; supervises visiting crews in the production of sporting and entertainment events; provides oversight of support services, maintenance, custodial services, concessions set up and tear down, and security; supervises the preventive maintenance programs and completes minor maintenance repairs; performs and supervises event set ups, tear downs, and facility conversions; performs daily facility maintenance; oversees outdoor athletic facility management; and oversees maintenance of assigned outdoor practice and competition facilities as assigned with the Physical Plant and City of Cedar Falls.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus at least one year of event management experience in a multi-purpose and/or outdoor facility required. Excellent communication skills; experience managing event conversions; and forklift experience preferred. Frequent evening and weekend work required. Student experience will be considered. Must abide by the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Western Wrestling Conference and the University of Northern Iowa.
Position Details:
Job Category: Professional and Scientific
Service Schedule: Calendar Year
Application Instructions:
All application materials received by June 16, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.
Compensation:
$21.10 to Commensurate
Pay Grade: 117
Pay Basis: Hourly
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime or comp time
Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator. Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions. To learn more about the vibrant Cedar Valley community, visit https://livethevalley.com/.
If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422.
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