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Game Day Director

Nashville, TN · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Position Overview As Game Day Director, you'll own weekend operations at our sports locations. You'll manage field setup and teardown, supervise staff, support coaches and parents, and make sure ...

Turner Construction

VDC Manager - MSG - Sports

Nashville, TN · On-site

$110K - $112K/yr

Sports Project Location(s): Kansas City, MO 64101 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved ... Regional Preconstruction Manager or Regional Operations Manager Additionally has "dotted line ...

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How much do sports operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports operations manager in Tennessee is $57,594.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,200.00 and $70,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a sports operations manager do?

A Sports Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of sporting events and activities. Their duties often include managing logistics, scheduling games or events, supervising staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and handling budgets. They work closely with coaches, athletes, vendors, and venues to ensure everything runs smoothly. Additionally, they may be involved in marketing, ticket sales, and risk management to help ensure the success and safety of events.

What are some common challenges a sports operations manager might face during peak season, and how can they be addressed?

During peak season, a Sports Operations Manager often faces challenges like coordinating multiple events simultaneously, managing logistics under tight deadlines, and ensuring effective communication among staff, athletes, and vendors. To address these challenges, it's important to use detailed planning tools, delegate tasks efficiently, and maintain clear communication channels. Building strong relationships with vendors and having contingency plans for unexpected issues can also help ensure successful event execution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports operations manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sports Operations Manager, you need strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills, typically backed by a degree in sports management or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting tools, and facility scheduling systems is important, and professional certifications such as Certified Sports Event Executive (CSEE) can be advantageous. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building abilities set top candidates apart in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure smooth event execution, efficient team coordination, and a positive experience for athletes, staff, and fans.

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Infographic showing various Sports Operations Manager job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,594 per year, or $27.7 per hour.

Assistant Site Operations Manager

Pritchard Sports and Entertainment Group

Memphis, TN • On-site

$55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Renasant Convention Center
Assistant Site Operations Manager
Pay Rate $55,000.00/yr
BASIC FUNCTION
Pritchard Sports & Entertainment Group is looking for an experienced Assistant Site Operations Manager for our Sports and Entertainment venue, in Memphis, TN. This role will report to the Site Operations Manager and will be responsible for assisting the overseeing of cleaning/janitorial duties and staff.
In this role, you will help manage all housekeeping personnel, including managers, supervisors, leads, general staff, event and post staffing, and contract labor to ensure the cleanliness of the facility and ensure maximum service and quality standards are achieved.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP
The Assistant Site Operations Manager reports to the Site Operations Manager and receives their work assignments and supervision from the same.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES
  • Plans and coordinates all aspects of the cleaning operations, including daily housekeeping services, event cleaning services and post event (night) cleaning services.
  • Trains, plan, schedules and assigns full and part-time employees.
  • Ensure all supplies, equipment, and labor are available to complete assigned tasks.
  • Assigns Team Leaders to set up equipment before start time and that equipment is properly stored at the end of the shift.
  • Checks in cleaning staff and makes sure staffing meets the required level.
  • Inspects cleaning staff before start time to ensure compliance with appearance standards.
  • Deploys cleaning staff to ensure all event areas open are properly staffed and maintained in clean and safe condition.
  • Directs cleaning staff and responds to the needs of the facility and guests.
  • Constantly walks the facility during the event to inspect that cleaning staff and service meet performance, quality, and safety standards.
  • Checks out the cleaning staff at the end of the shift.
  • Schedules cleaning staff for upcoming events and communicates work schedules.
  • Maintains records for shift including staff deployment forms, sign-in/sign-out forms, equipment allocation, labor reports, time cards, inspection reports, teamwork schedules, and safety reports.
  • Provide employee training and communicate company/client policies.
  • Maintain equipment in good condition.
  • Responsible for human resources concerns during shift which include assisting the Office Assistant and Site Operations Manager with hiring, interviewing, employee evaluations, disciplinary actions, and payroll concerns.
  • Use of general groundskeeping equipment including, but not limited to leaf blowers, brooms, ladders, scrub brushes various type of Industrial machinery, different types of cleaning solvents, and including use of required safety equipment
  • Will attend facility event planning meetings as directed.
  • Report maintenance and safety concerns immediately
  • Reports all accidents and injuries or incidents immediately
  • Also responsible to work 8 events per year at a separate venue

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • Client Relationships
  • Employee management
  • Budget Management
  • Available to work extended hours

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Janitor/Cleaning experience is a plus.
  • College degree preferred but not required.
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
  • $55,000 a year
  • Medical, dental, and vision options
  • 401K after one year
  • Cell Phone

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