Assistant Director of Events and Facilities (CS26-261)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL

Description

Assistant Director of Events and Facilities (CS26-261)


To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Events and Facilities (CS26-261) . As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

  • The Assistant Director of Events and Operations reports directly to the Associate Athletic Director – Events and Facilities and is responsible for assisting in athletics event and facility operations in accordance with the rules and regulations of the University, Ohio Valley Conference, Mid-American Conference, and NCAA.
  • Compliance with NCAA rules is of the utmost importance at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
  • As a member of the athletics department staff, it is expected that the Assistant Director of Events and Operations will have a full understanding of the NCAA rules that pertain to the position.
  • It is also expected that the Assistant Director of Events and Operations will comply with all NCAA rules and if he/she becomes aware, or have reasonable cause to believe, that a violation of a rule has occurred he/she will immediately report it to the Director of Athletics or his/her designee.
  • Plan and execute operations for home athletic department events, including set-up, breakdown, and changeovers. This includes staffing, coordinating with internal (i.e. athletics department staff, Facilities Management, Parking, etc) and external stakeholders (i.e. visiting teams, officials, conference office, etc). Serve as lead event coordinator for multiple sorts, as well as secondary event coordinator on an as needed basis.
  • Hire, train, and supervise game day staff, including student employees and extra help positions. Develop game day manuals that provide details on responsibilities and expectations for game day staff.

FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

A. Bachelor’s degree in Campus Recreation or Athletics, Sports Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field.

OR
B. Three years of responsible experience in the maintenance and operation of sports facilities (such as intercollegiate, recreational, or intramural facilities), two of which were in a supervisory capacity.
One year of experience in the management of sports facilities.



Preferred Qualifications


One year of experience in the management of athletic events
Master's degree preferred
Experience with hiring, training, and supervising event staff
Evidence of strong communication and organizational skills


Certifications that will need to be obtained once hired into this position:
CPR/First Aid Certification
Food Handling Certification
BASSET training



Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references.

Supplemental Information

Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs



Application Instructions: How to Apply - Step by Step (Download PDF reader)

Illinois Residency Requirement : Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 3685 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at:

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification. (Download PDF reader)

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: [email protected]

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email [email protected].

Posted 2026-06-06

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