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The Director of Event Management and Facilities provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all athletic and institutional events, facilities management, and related operational functions at assigned facilities. This role is responsible for setting vision, developing policies, leading teams, and ensuring the highest standards of execution, safety, and customer service. The Director serves as the primary point of accountability for part-time staff, student workers and practicum students. The Director plays a critical role in event success and facility excellence while representing Liberty University with professionalism and integrity in alignment with its mission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Event Management Leadership

• Provide overall leadership for the planning, coordination, and execution of all athletic and special events.
• Establish event management standards, best practices, and timelines to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes.
• Serve as the primary liaison with campus leadership, external clients, vendors, conference partners, and public safety entities.
• Oversee event budgets, forecasting, contract negotiations, and financial controls.
• Ensure staffing plans, logistics, and contingency strategies are in place for all events.

Facilities Management & Oversight

• Direct the comprehensive management, maintenance, and long-term planning for assigned athletic and event facilities.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs and prioritize capital improvement needs.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, building codes, and risk management standards.
• Oversee equipment, inventory systems, and facility readiness for all scheduled activities.
• Collaborate with internal campus departments on facility projects, renovations, and shared-use planning.

Operational & Process Management

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational policies and procedures for events and facilities.
• Oversee scheduling systems, booking processes, and contract administration.
• Analyze operational data, assess performance metrics, and prepare executive-level reports.
• Lead crisis management and emergency response planning for events and facilities.
• Ensure efficient utilization of space, personnel, and resources.

Staff & Leadership Development

• Provide direct leadership to part-time staff, student workers, and contracted personnel.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives for part-time staff and student workers.
• Establish performance expectations and conduct evaluations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, servant leadership, and professional excellence.
• Support mentorship opportunities for students and emerging professionals by working closely with SMGT program.

Customer Experience & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as thepoint of contact for client relations and issue resolution at assigned venues.
• Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction for all internal and external event stakeholders.
• Conduct post-event reviews and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent Liberty University with professionalism in all public-facing interactions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide oversight and leadership for part-time staff, student workers, volunteers, Rhino staffing, and LUPD coordination at assigned venues.
• Collaborate with Athletic Events and Facilities leadership to ensure events operate efficiently and facilities are maintained at a high standard.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3 to 5 yearsof progressive experience in event management and/or facilities operations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and large-scale events.
• Strong working knowledge of facility management best practices, safety regulations, and operational compliance.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to professionally represent Liberty University to campus leaders, external partners, government agencies, and the community.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and strategic planning abilities.
• Proficiency with scheduling systems, event management software, and reporting tools.

Problem Solving

• Proven ability to analyze complex operational situations and make sound, timely decisions.
• Capable of managing crises and resolving issues under pressure.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Required to travel to campus and local locations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate. Working environment also includes facilitation of events outdoors occasionally.

Driving Requirements

Use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.

Time Type

Full time

Location

Onsite

Pay Range

Compensation is determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, along with University needs and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used, as appropriate, in combination with internal equity to ensure pay is fair and aligned with the broader compensation structure.

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.