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The Director of Stadium & Events is responsible for overseeing external event coordination, parking operations, partnership engagement, and stadium event logistics for Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Reporting directly to the Assistant Stadium Manager, this position leads venue utilization initiatives, operational planning, and external event coordination while maintaining strong relationships with community, corporate, and external partners.

Approximately 30% of this role focuses on event and partnership coordination, including collaboration with the Memphis Chamber of Commerce, Memphis Sports Council, Liberty Park, University of Memphis departments, tourism agencies, promoters, sponsors, and community organizations.

Approximately 20% of this role focuses on coordinating parking operations at Liberty Park, including event parking logistics, traffic flow coordination, and collaboration with parking vendors and public safety personnel.

Approximately 20% of this role focuses on supervision and leadership responsibilities, including direct oversight of the Associate Director of Stadium & Events and coordination of daily operational priorities.
The remaining responsibilities are evenly split between stadium operations support and event execution to ensure successful event delivery and exceptional guest experiences.

About Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is a 136-acre multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex centered around the iconic stadium in Memphis, Tennessee. Previously known as Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, the venue opened in 1965 as Memphis Memorial Stadium.
The stadium serves as the home venue for the Memphis Tigers Football program, Southern Heritage Classic, AutoZone Liberty Bowl, and Memphis Showboats of the UFL. Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is currently completing a $220 million renovation that will further position the venue as a premier destination for college football, entertainment, and major events.
 

Initial screening will begin Thursday, July 23, 2026 and will occur every Thursday thereafter until filled.

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, Event Management, or related field required and four (4) years of experience in event operations, venue management, parking operations, sports and entertainment operations, or related field required OR Master's degree and two (2) years of relevant experience. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience working in sports, entertainment, tourism, hospitality, or large public assembly venues strongly preferred.
Proven ability to coordinate events, manage partnerships, and support operational initiatives.
Strong understanding of stadium operations, event logistics, and venue management.
Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Familiarity with budgeting, contract coordination, CRM systems, and event planning software preferred.
Flexible schedule required, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended event days.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
 

Event & Partnership Coordination
Assist with stadium event development initiatives focused on increasing venue utilization and external event opportunities.
Oversight of stadium events and activations with promoters, event organizers, sponsors, and community partners.
Support partnership coordination efforts with the Memphis Chamber of Commerce, Memphis Sports Council, Liberty Park, University of Memphis departments, tourism agencies, and community organizations.
Collaborates with the Director, Stadium Sales with outreach and relationship management efforts to support new and returning events.
Coordinate planning meetings and communication with external stakeholders.
Assist in preparing event proposals, presentations, operational documents, and partnership materials.
Represent Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium at meetings, networking events, and community functions when assigned.
Collaborate with internal departments to support event marketing, logistics, and guest experience initiatives.

Parking Operations Coordination 
Coordinate parking operations for events at Liberty Park and Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
Work with parking vendors, event staff, public safety personnel, and traffic management teams to ensure efficient parking operations.
Manage the planning of ingress and egress traffic flow for events.
Coordinate parking logistics for external events, game days, and special events.
Support development of parking plans, staffing coordination, and operational communication.
Monitor parking operations during events and assist with troubleshooting operational issues.

Staff Supervision & Leadership
Supervise and provide leadership to all Stadium & Events employees including gameday workers. 
Assist with setting operational priorities, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring project timelines.
Support staff development, communication, and coordination across event and operational functions.
Assist with training, scheduling coordination, and performance management initiatives.
Serve as a leadership representative during meetings, planning sessions, and event operations.

Operations & Event Coordination
Assist with operational planning and execution for external events hosted at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
Coordinate event logistics including scheduling, staffing, vendor coordination, parking operations, security coordination, and facility readiness.
Troubleshoot event day issues, manage load-in/load-out, conduct operational walkthrough and prepare post-event reports.
Participate in planning meetings with internal departments and external event stakeholders.
Support event-day operations and serve as Manager-on-Duty when assigned. Supervise temporary or event workers during events.
Assist in coordinating event timelines, load-ins/load-outs, and operational schedules.
Collaborate with public safety, emergency management, and traffic management personnel.

Stadium & Facility Coordination
Support stadium leadership with venue utilization planning and operational readiness.
Coordinate with facility operations teams regarding maintenance, event setup requirements, and stadium improvements.
Assist with monitoring guest experience initiatives and operational efficiency improvements.
Maintain event documentation including event resumes, operational notes, diagrams, and scheduling records.
Support game day and major event operations as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands
Frequent walking throughout the stadium, event spaces, parking lots, and exterior grounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods during events and operational activities.
Regular use of computers, radios, phones, and office equipment.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Work Environment
Work is performed in both office and live event environments.
Noise levels may vary from moderate during planning periods to loud during live events.
Position requires working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with changing priorities.