Athletics Operations & Events Leader

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University is looking for an Assistant Athletic Director, Operations and Events to oversee the planning and execution of athletic events for 36 sports. This role includes coordinating game operations, managing a team of five staff, and ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have collegiate athletics management experience and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $99,000 to $105,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of collegiate athletics game/event management experience at the Division‑I level.
• Ability to manage and resolve staff conflicts, build collaborative team environments, and work independently.
• Knowledge of safety codes, emergency procedures, risk management, venue operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning and execution of athletic events for all sports.
• Lead a team of five full-time staff and manage performance reviews.
• Develop and implement operational plans for all home games and events.

Skills

Game/event management experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Knowledge of NCAA policies

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Stanford University is looking for an Assistant Athletic Director, Operations and Events to oversee the planning and execution of athletic events for 36 sports. This role includes coordinating game operations, managing a team of five staff, and ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have collegiate athletics management experience and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $99,000 to $105,000 annually.