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Kansas State University Event Operations Post Graduate Intern in Manhattan, Kansas
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\ \ Event Operations Post Graduate Intern\ \ Department: 3670001110 K-State Athletics Inc (Agcy)\ Job no: 517507\ Employment type: Athletics\ Location: Manhattan, Kansas\ Worksite: On-site requirement\ Categories: Athletics, Event Management / Services\ Pay Grade: 001\ \ \ About This Role:\ K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an EVENT OPERATIONS POST GRADUATE INTERN, which is a temporary, full-time, benefits eligible position for up to 24 months.\ \ An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:
- Assist with the day-to-day gameday management of assigned athletics events to include, but is not limited to, pre-event planning and breakdown of facilities, compliance with NCAA, Big 12 and ADA policies and procedures, coordination of officials and visiting teams, crowd control management, game management, establishing relationships and procedures with law enforcement, EMS and other emergency personnel, implement venue policy and procedures. Ensure excellent customer service.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work outside in extreme weather conditions.
- Must possess a valid driver\'s license at all times.
- Organize, direct, coordinate, evaluate and schedule part-time workers for athletics events
- Interview, hire and train a large number of part-time event workers.
\ Why Join Us:\ We are looking for someone who is passionate about athletics and wants to become a member of our staff to help advance our Event Operations Department through hard work, knowledge and dedication. And who is dependable and willing to work hard to help provide the best experience possible to both visiting and home sports fans and visiting teams.\ \ Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally, and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other.\ \ For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com\ \ For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/\ \ Kansas State University has been named a 2022 Top Employer by DiversityJobs.com for a third consecutive year.\ \ The 2021 annual survey by Forbes magazine, \"America\'s Best Employers by State List,\" finds Kansas State University rates among the Top 3 employers in the state and is the best university employer in Kansas.\ \ We Support Diversity and Inclusion:\ Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion. The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.{target="_blank" rel="noopener"}\ \ What You\'ll Need to Succeed:\ Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor\'s degree by hire date
- Two years of event management experience at a collegiate or professional sports level
- Must have strong written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Must be able to work in a team environment and individually
- Must have excellent customer service skills, leadership and organizational skills
\ Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working at an NCAA division I athletic department in event and game day operations
\ Other Requirements:
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment
- Must possess a valid driver\'s license at all times
\ This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.\ \ How to Apply:\ To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number, email address)
\ Screening of Applications Begins:\ Immediately and continues