Assistant Director - Events and Operations (CS27-101) in Edwardsville, Illinois at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Job Description
$45,000.00 - $50,000.00 Annually
Edwardsville, IL
Full Time
01550
Intercollegiate Athletics
10/20/2026
11/3/2026 11:59 PM Central
Determined by Position
Assistant Director - Events and Operations (CS27-101)
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 - Events and Operations (CS27-101) . 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 Director of 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.
- 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.
- Manage weekly practice schedules and all facility scheduling requests. Coordinate custodial and maintenance schedules to support practices, competitions, and departmental needs. Assist in managing CS Gold Card Access system, EMS scheduling system, venue key management.
- 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. Evaluate staff performance and support training with professional and industry standards.
FLSA: Exempt
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications- Bachelors degree in Campus Recreation or Athletics, Sports Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
OR - 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.
- Bachelors degree in Campus Recreation or Athletics, Sports Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
- One year of experience in the management of sports facilities, in addition to the training/experience required in #1.
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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 Drivers 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: 5031 SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
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: careerinfo@siue.edu
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 veterans status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .
SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
- University tuition waivers (full-time employees receive 100% waiver of tuition)
- Life insurance;
- SURS retirement plan;
- Supplemental retirement savings plans;
- Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
- Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
- WorkLife programs;
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
- Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
- Flexible Spending Account Program;
For more about our benefits and employee services, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026
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