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Assistant Manager - Events & Operations

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Sep 05, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Assistant Manager - Events & Operations
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Athletics Events - Operations
Overview	The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Manager - Events & Operations for Athletics Events - Operations department. This position works under the immediate direction of the Associate Athletic Director of Events & Scheduling. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Manages the provision of the logistical, facility and game operations needs and requests of assigned Olympic sports' programs as well as responsible for scheduling and monitoring activities in all athletic facilities. Oversees the daily programmatic needs and requests of our Olympic Sports Programs. Interacts on a daily basis with assigned Olympic Sports Coaches in responding to their programmatic and facility needs and requests. Handles, carries out and coordinates all aspects of home events for the sports which includes on site supervision of staff and facility preparation. Manages and oversees the operations of various events including athletic competitions, special university functions, and non-university related events. Assists with all aspects of game management and facility operations for home football games including, but not limited to, coordinating game officials transportation, visiting team logistics, concourse management, credentialing and tracking parking pass distribution. Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises yearly interns and student workers. Performs other duties as assigned.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	05
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	68278.480
Mid Range Salary	84393.980
Maximum Salary	100509.480
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree and at least two (2) years of experience working in Event Management or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with all team members and customers by utilizing outstanding interpersonal skills. Must have a proven ability to lead a team and outstanding interpersonal skills. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage changing demands. Strong analytical and problem solving skills and experience using sound judgment in situations requiring independent initiative and tact. Must have extreme attention to detail, a high level of organization, and a high level of initiative and energy. Must be able to overcome obstacles independently, comfortable making decisions, and take full ownership of responsibilities. Must be able to effectively and persuasively communicate with many varied audiences: Coaches, staff, student-athletes, customers, vendors, fans, etc. Must be able to quickly and successfully diffuse, manage, and resolve conflict situations. Knowledge of NCAA and B1G Compliance rules.
Preferred Qualifications	Master's Degree.
Equipment Utilized	Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and Word. Knowledge of using computerized scheduling software like Teamworks.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1847
Posting Open Date	09/05/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below) https://scarletknights.com/documents/2025/6/12/IAWP_Affirmation.pdf
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement