DetailsOpen Date 08/12/2024Requisition Number PRN39591BJob Title Director, Operations & LogisticsWorking Title Director of Stadium, Arena & Campus Event ServicesJob Grade HFLSA Code ExecutivePatient Sensitive Job Code? NoStandard Hours per Week 40Full Time or Part Time? Full TimeShift DayWork Schedule SummaryVP Area PresidentDepartment 00842 - Rice-Eccles StadiumLocation CampusCity Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment External PostingPay Rate Range $150,000 to $160,000Close Date 11/12/2024Job SummaryThe University of Utah invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for its next director of stadium, arena, & campus event services This is an on-site leadership role.Located in the bustling urban landscape of Salt Lake City, the University of Utah stands as the state’s flagship institution and the region’s hub of higher education. The University of Utah is a Tier 1 research university and a member of the exclusive Association of American Universities. Home to the state’s only academic medical center, the university offers world-class health care education and patient care.Reporting to the executive director of auxiliary services, the director of stadium, arena, & campus event services manages and administers the daily operations of the department (SA& CES ), which includes two large public assembly buildings, Rice-Eccles Stadium and the Jon M. Huntsman Center, the primary homes for Utah Athletics’ competitions. These competitions include, but are not limited to, Utah Football, Utah Lacrosse, Utah Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Utah Gymnastics, and Utah Volleyball. The venues host 50+ events per year and were recently announced as the site for the 2034 Winter Olympic and Paralympic opening and closing ceremonies (having successfully hosted previously in 2002). The director supervises and manages a staff of approximately 90 full- and part-time employees, including four direct reports, administers annual revenues of $7 million (with expected growth), and formulates and directs the implementation of realistic operating budgets for all SA& CES units.ResponsibilitiesClick here to view the complete position profile.Minimum QualificationsThe successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related area (or equivalency: two years of related work experience can be substituted for one year of education) plus eight years of progressively responsible experience managing and operating large event venues and complex teams. Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills are also required. A master’s degree in business administration or related area is preferred.PreferencesType Benefited StaffSpecial Instructions SummaryThe University of Utah has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with leading this search. Review of applications will begin September 9, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via J. Scott Derrick at for confidential inquiries and nominations.Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. 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