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Oversee game operations and deliver an outstanding player experience * Work closely with our Singapore HQ, supported by operations and technology teams You should have * A passion for football and ...

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A Game Operations job involves managing the in-game experience for fans, players, and staff during live sporting events. This includes coordinating entertainment elements such as music, graphics, promotions, and on-field activities to enhance fan engagement. Game Operations staff ensure smooth execution of logistics, troubleshoot issues, and create an exciting atmosphere. They work closely with production teams, announcers, and sponsors to deliver a seamless event. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.

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Game Operations professionals are responsible for coordinating all aspects of live events, including pre-game setup, in-game activities, halftime entertainment, and post-event breakdown. They work closely with teams, venue staff, technical crews, and security to ensure everything runs according to schedule. Daily tasks may include managing scripts, troubleshooting technical issues, coordinating promotions or contests, and communicating with key stakeholders. The ability to stay organized and respond quickly to unexpected challenges is crucial to maintaining a smooth event experience for fans, athletes, and staff alike.

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Infographic showing various Game Operations job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,817 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

Assistant Director Facilities and Operations

Grand Canyon Education

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Grand Canyon University!One of Arizona's leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Grand Canyon University's Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sports as a platform for developing our student-athletes on integrity and personal growth. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on the student-athlete experience and helping advance the mission of GCU Athletics, we invite you to join our team as an Assistant Director, Facilities and Operations.

What you will do:

  • Develop operating plan to manage all operational functions needed for home sports contests or events. Plan to include processes such as:

    • Contacting visiting teams and officials to gather needs/requirements.

    • Set up of athletic facility required for event/game sport.

    • Staff information sheets

    • Distribution of credentials to visiting teams

  • Development of activity game day timeline for each event which includes all needed activities.

  • Lead/attend all preseason operations meetings and game day production meetings.

  • Monitor and track game and practice schedules; coordinate through meetings or other communication vehicles to all GCU needed departments, public safety, facilities or provide support.

  • Develop and execute an operational plan for all championship events hosted at GCU.

  • Serve as primary daily liaison of coordination of events with NCAA or Conference, Campus Events, Facilities, GCU arena to ensure all athletic events, practices, events, championships have the facility and tools needed to effectively operate.

  • Performs physical inspections of the facilities to ensure all facilities are operationally ready.

  • Coordinate facility maintenance for all athletic facilities and venues; equipment that is not maintained by GCU facilities, contact vendor for resolution.

  • Coordinate installation of new equipment/materiel and/or maintenance/upgrades with vendor as needed to ensure all equipment/materiel is in current state of operational readiness.

  • Participate in operational budget planning for game operations; may be asked to reconcile and manage monthly expenses.

  • Assist with all other administrative duties required for the facilities and operations office, such as purchasing, work orders, etc.

  • Manage student workers needed to assist in athletic facilities operations, includes activities such as hiring, scheduling, timecard approval, training.

  • Other duties as assigned.

What you will need:

  • Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution preferred.

  • Minimum one year of experience in NCAA Division I athletic facilities and operations function or minimum 2 years' experience in other NCAA Divisions or NAIA athletic and facilities functions.

  • Ability to pass background investigations.

  • Have a clear and valid driver's license

  • Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCU:

  • Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan

  • Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays

  • Paid time off to volunteer in the community

  • Free covered parking

  • We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program

  • Free on-site gyms on campus

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About Grand Canyon Education

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Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that has long been an industry leader in providing educational, operational and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE still works closely with GCU to benefit thousands of students, families and the local inner-city community. We put people first, drive innovation, and do good in the community that we live and work in.

Industry

Education

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Phoenix, AZ, US

Year founded

1983

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