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Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities, Events, and Capital Projects

 

 

Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities, Events, and Capital Projects

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  • Denton, Texas, United States
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Title: Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities, Events, and Capital Projects

Employee Classification: Sr Associate Athletic Director

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Athletics

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Athletic Admin

Department: UNT-Athletics-Gen-220000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
 

Department Summary

The University of North Texas competes as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the American Athletic Conference. North Texas’ athletic programs are classified as NCAA Division I, the largest and highest division among all colleges and universities. The 46,000 square-foot Athletic Center located off South Bonnie Brae Street is the centerpiece of North Texas athletics. Athletics strives to conduct a competitive athletics program that promotes faculty, staff, student and community affiliation and participation with the North Texas Athletics. Provide facilities which attract the highest level of talent and allow student-athletes to perform at the highest level in practice and during competition.

Position Overview

UNT Athletics is seeking a dynamic, experienced leader to serve as Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities, Events, and Capital Projects. This is a senior leadership position within the athletics department, reporting directly to the Associate Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, and serving as a member of the department's Senior Leadership Team. This individual will oversee all aspects of athletic facilities, game and event operations, and capital project planning and execution across Mean Green Athletics, serving as the department's primary strategic and operational leader for the physical spaces where UNT competes, trains, and welcomes fans, donors, and recruits. Depending on the experience and background of the selected candidate, this role may also carry sport program administrator responsibilities. This is a high-impact role for a builder who thrives on solving complex operational challenges, leading people, and delivering a first-class gameday and facility experience at a program on the rise.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in in related field and five years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to facilities, construction, procurement, and event operations (or ability to rapidly assimilate); strong planning and project management skills; ability to direct and manage the work of others; sound judgment under the pressure of live events and competing deadlines; and a collaborative, service-oriented leadership style.

Preferred Qualifications

•Master's degree in athletics administration, sport management, business, construction management, or a related field.
•Direct experience leading a major athletics capital project from planning through construction.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties

  • Facilities & Capital Projects • Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for all UNT athletic facilities, ensuring they are best-in-class and reflect positively on the department to fans, guests, donors, and recruits. • Lead planning, coordination, and execution of athletics capital improvement projects, serving as the department's construction representative on active projects from design through completion. • Develop, monitor, and manage facility, operations, and construction budgets in partnership with department finance and campus facilities leadership. • Oversee maintenance programs, custodial contracts, and vendor relationships to ensure facilities are consistently maintained to a championship standard. • Build and maintain strong working relationships with campus facilities, planning, and construction partners. 
  • Event & Game Day Operations • Direct all aspects of game management and event operations for Mean Green Athletics, including coordination of game managers across all sports. • Lead scheduling of athletics facilities according to department policy and competing priorities across sports and campus partners. • Oversee logistics, coordination, and staffing (full-time and part-time event staff) for home competitions, championships, outside events, and major department events. • Serve as a key partner to marketing, ticketing, and fan engagement leadership in delivering an elite gameday experience that supports the department's attendance and revenue goals. • Provide leadership and coordination for NCAA and conference championship event logistics and travel as needed.
  • Leadership & Strategic Planning • Serve as a member of the UNT Athletics Senior Leadership Team, contributing to department-wide strategy, planning, and decision-making, including progress on the department's Take Flight Strategic Plan. • Hire, develop, and supervise facilities and event operations staff, building a high-performing team and a strong departmental culture. • Partner with the Associate Vice President/Chief Operating Officer and fellow senior leaders on cross-functional initiatives, budgeting, and long-range planning. • May serve as sport program administrator for one or more varsity programs, depending on experience. • Represent the department with campus leadership, City of Denton officials, contractors, and other external stakeholders as needed. 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.

Environmental Hazards

Elevated temperatures.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts or vibration.
Low temperatures.
Noisy environments.
Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Work Schedule

Varies based on segment of the competition season.

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.

 

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