Assistant Director of Event Management and Facility Operations
Athens
Thursday, 07 May 2026
Oversees the planning and implementation of varsity sporting events for the UGA Athletic Association and various SEC and NCAA Championship events hosted on campus. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals, customers and the general public. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only a limited standardization exist. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Physical Demands Walk or sit for extended periods of time. Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, and peripheral vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but escalates to high during practice and athletic competitions. Driving as needed to perform job duties. Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Duties/ Responsibilities Duties/ Responsibilities Manage all operations surrounding various varsity athletic events, primarily Swim/ Dive, and Volleyball. Percentage of time 40 Duties/ Responsibilities Manage facility operations at the Ramsey Center and Boyd Golf Center including repairs and upgrades that are needed at the facility. Percentage of time 25 Duties/ Responsibilities Create event plans with athletic trainers, facility, fan engagement and sports communications personnel. Percentage of time 10 Duties/ Responsibilities Delegate responsibilities to event staff during events. Correspond with game officials, Southeastern Conference officials and NCAA liaisons. Percentage of time 10 Duties/ Responsibilities Develop and maintain Game Expense budgets for supervised sports as well as post-season competition. Create operation manuals for UGA supervised sports and tournament manuals for SEC and NCAA Championship events Percentage of time 10 Duties/ Responsibilities Implement crisis management and inclement weather plans, when necessary. Ensures compliance with NCAA, SEC and UGA rules and regulations pertaining to the area of Event Management. Percentage of time 5 Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Carolyn Jenkins Recruitment Contact Email carolynmarie.wallace@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( - ). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/ CV Cover Letter Optional Documents