Athletics Facilities

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Athletics Facilities & Operations Lead at Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond. This role is crucial for overseeing daily operations and facilitating game management for various sports. Duties include ensuring facility readiness, coordinating events, and providing administrative support.

The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with full-time staff and be responsible for on-the-ground decision-making during events. Previous experience in similar roles is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily readiness and upkeep of assigned athletic facilities.
• Lead planning and execution of game operations for assigned sports.
• Assist in inventory tracking and vendor coordination.

Job description

Athletics Facilities & Operations Lead (Part-Time Staff)

Eastern Kentucky University – Richmond Campus.

The Athletics Facilities & Operations Lead plays a critical role in supporting and executing the day-to‑day functions of athletic facility operations and game/event management. This part‑time role is structured to prepare individuals to take full ownership of game operations for select sports (e.g., soccer, softball, baseball, golf, and beach volleyball) after a structured onboarding and training period. The Lead works alongside full‑time staff and serves as the primary point of contact for designated events or venues.

Facility Operations

• Oversee the daily readiness and upkeep of assigned athletic facilities.
• Coordinate scheduling, equipment staging, and vendor access.
• Identify and report safety concerns or maintenance needs.
• Manage digital display systems, including troubleshooting and content oversight.
• Serve as a liaison between athletics and other departments (e.g., IT, AV, Physical Plant).

Event Operations

• Lead the planning and execution of game operations for assigned sports.
• Supervise event setup, staff assignments, crowd management, and post‑event wrap‑up.
• Coordinate with officials, visiting teams, vendors, and internal staff.
• Provide on‑the‑ground decision‑making and problem solving during events.

Administrative Support

• Assist in inventory tracking, supply distribution, and vendor coordination.
• Manage BSN apparel and Coke distributions.
• Participate in departmental planning meetings and help mentor Coordinators.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience.

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.