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YMCA

Sports Game Day Site Supervisor

Lexington, KY

$15 - $22/hr

This includes managing staff, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining the facility. The ... Is responsible for assuring the outlined procedures before, during and after an activity/event/game ...

AEG

Lexington Part-Time Game Day Intern

Lexington, KY · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

This position offers an ideal opportunity for college students or recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in sports event management and/or event security and facility operations.

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What is a game day manager?

Game Day Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing all aspects of event operations during sporting events or games. They coordinate logistics, supervise staff, ensure the safety and satisfaction of attendees, and work to resolve any issues that arise on game day. Their duties often include managing schedules, liaising with vendors and security, and ensuring the event runs smoothly according to plan. Game Day Managers play a key role in creating a positive experience for fans, athletes, and staff alike.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game day manager?

To thrive as a Game Day Manager, you need strong organizational skills, event management experience, and knowledge of sports facility operations, often supported by a degree in sports management or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, scheduling platforms, and safety protocols is typically required. Excellent leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating staff and ensuring a seamless event experience. These competencies are vital to guarantee smooth operations, enhance fan satisfaction, and maintain safety during high-pressure events.

What are some typical challenges a game day manager faces during live events, and how can they effectively address them?

Game Day Managers often encounter challenges such as last-minute schedule changes, coordinating multiple departments, and managing unforeseen issues like equipment malfunctions or weather delays. Effective communication, quick problem-solving skills, and adaptability are essential to keep operations running smoothly. Building strong relationships with vendors, staff, and venue management can also help anticipate and resolve issues before they impact the fan experience. Regular pre-event briefings and contingency planning are key strategies for success in this fast-paced role.

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Manager, Athletics Facilities

University of Louisville

Louisville, KY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

University Of Louisville rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

168th of 627 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Department:
Athletic Facilities and Game Operations
Location:
Belknap Campus
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Req ID:
R109226
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Sports Administration or a related field and five (5) years of facilities management experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid driver's license. Must be insurable by University insurance carrier. Employment physical, able to lift, carry and load equipment up to 50 lbs required. Ability to travel and work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Knowledge of NCAA and ACC rules and regulations. Grade 6 (Salaried)
Position Description:
The Manager, Athletics Facilities serves as Facility Manager for athletic facilities on campus such as Volleyball, Softball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Track & Field and Men's and Women's Basketball on campus facility and Men's Basketball games held at the Yum Center and oversee facility operations managers assigned to facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage staff that provide arena operations support for Yum Center along with facilities on campus (L&N Arena, Kueber Center, Ulmer Stadium, Trager Stadium, Lacrosse Stadium, Cardinal Park, and Marshall Center) to ensure facility readiness year-round.
  • Fulfill the role of Game Day Manager for Men's basketball games.
  • Manage special projects as directed in all facilities (A/V renovations, grass & field turf renovation, parking lot resurfacing & restriping, facility renovations, roof repairs, fence repairs, seat repairs, and concrete repairs).
  • Assist the Associate AD during facility renovations, working with coaches and teams during renovations (coordinating, overseeing, and executing renovation plans).
  • Execute facility operations for televised games with ESPN, ACC Networks, and Local Networks. Work with in-house broadcast staff.
  • Coordinate and schedule facility maintenance work with athletics facility staff & UL physical plant and outside contractors for all facilities.
  • Oversee audio/visual equipment for events throughout the facilities.
  • Assist the Associate AD with game day operations for home football games.
  • Monitor and provide guidance to facility staff under the direction of the Associate AD when it comes to budgets directly connected with facilities under their direction.
  • Work with the Assistant AD for Facility & Stadium Operations regarding facility interns during the school year.
  • Create contracts for events, oversee events and their needs, and provide guidance to staff with creating event invoices for outside events in facilities under this position.
  • Assist with procurement processes through development, evaluation, and implementation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for critical operational service contracts.
  • Serve as the Liaison to the Louisville CVB and Sports Commission for future athletic events at YUM, Norton's Sports and Health Learning Complex, and KEC.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master's degree in Sports Administration or related field.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.
Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.
Assistance and Accommodations
Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.
If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.

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