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An Assistant Arena Manager supports the Arena Manager in overseeing the daily operations of an arena facility. This includes coordinating events, supervising staff, ensuring guest safety, and managing maintenance and budgets. They also help with scheduling, liaising with vendors, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to respond quickly to issues during events.

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To thrive as an Assistant Arena Manager, you need strong organizational, facility operations, and event management skills, often supported by a degree in sports management or related experience. Familiarity with facility scheduling software, budgeting tools, and safety compliance systems is typically required. Leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving are vital soft skills for coordinating teams and handling dynamic event environments. These abilities ensure smooth arena operations, successful events, and a safe, positive experience for all stakeholders.

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Assistant Arena Managers often encounter challenges such as managing large event logistics, handling last-minute schedule changes, and ensuring staff coordination. Successfully addressing these issues involves strong organizational skills, proactive communication with team members, and the ability to problem-solve quickly under pressure. Building a reliable network with vendors and staff and staying adaptable are key to ensuring smooth arena operations, especially during high-attendance events.

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Assistant Director, Athletic Events & Operations (Arena)

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

University of St Thomas
Education • 1 - 5K employees
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$40K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Plan and execute athletic and external events in Lee and Penny Anderson Arena.

  • Serve as the primary event manager for assigned intercollegiate sports, overseeing all aspects of game day operations.

  • Hire, train, schedule, and supervise student employees for arena and athletic events.

University Of St. Thomas (Minnesota) rating

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Job description

OVERVIEW
The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Director of Athletic Events & Operations for the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena.
The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY
The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:
  • Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependents
  • Generous Retirement Contributions to support your future
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Fully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&D
  • Paid Parental Leave to support growing families

Salary Range: $40,500 to $50,000
The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Director is responsible for the planning and execution of assigned athletic and external events in Lee and Penny Anderson Arena on the St. Paul campus.
The Assistant Director serves as the primary event manager for assigned intercollegiate sports, overseeing all aspects of game day operations. They will plan and coordinate the scheduling of all external staffing for arena and other assigned athletic events and hire, train, schedule, and supervise student employees for arena and other athletic events.
This position will lead and support operational planning and scheduling for arena events, practices, coordination, facility use, and rentals. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders-including key event contacts, coaches, support staff, campus partners, and external vendors to ensure successful event execution.
The Assistant Director will assist the Associate AD/Arena GM with other duties as assigned to support the operations of the arena and other athletic facilities and events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Serve as the primary event manager for assigned intercollegiate sports, overseeing all aspects of game day operations-including visiting team coordination, officials' logistics, credentialing, and emergency response planning. Ensure all events comply with NCAA, conference, and University standards for safety, operations, and fan experience. Oversee event logistics for assigned varsity sports, including budgeting, visiting team guides, parking coordination, event setup and teardown, weather monitoring via Perry Weather, and post-event debriefs. Serve as the postseason contact for assigned sports, coordinating logistics and support as needed. Collaborate with campus partners to ensure smooth execution.
  • Plan and coordinate the scheduling of all external staffing for arena and other assigned athletic events. External staff may include, but is not limited to, contract security, public safety, police, fire/EMS, cleaning/custodial and stagehands/labor. Communicate with all external staffing groups event information and details. Provide training as required. Provide direct oversight of external staffing at events.
  • Lead and support operational planning and scheduling for arena events, practices, coordination, facility use, and rentals. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders-including key event contacts, coaches, support staff, campus partners, and external vendors to ensure successful event execution. Collaborate with athletics department and arena personnel on rental initiatives, including external camps, corporate clients, and campus partners to optimize facility use and drive revenue generation. Foster a positive, service-oriented culture while promoting community engagement through external programming.
  • Hire, train, schedule, and supervise student employees for arena and other athletic events. Utilize WhenToWork software to manage student event staffing, ensuring appropriate coverage and effective operational support for all events. Provide ongoing training and develop opportunities for student staff.
  • Assist the Associate AD/General Manager and the Sales & Marketing Manager with other duties as assigned. Assist with facility maintenance projects and the development of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Three years of relevant experience in collegiate athletics or a related athletic operations organization
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by events and facility operations

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Sports Administration or a related field

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge have been acquired may be substituted.
HOW TO APPLY
All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.
In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.
Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.

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