Director of Event Operations

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Programs

Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Holidays

Parental Leave

Professional Development

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks a Director of Event Operations to lead athletics event operations, supervise staff, and coordinate facilities and rentals. The role oversees the Gamecock Ambassador program and liaises with internal/external partners to ensure safe, efficient events.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in event operations; strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Typical schedule is 8:30am–5:00pm with some evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3+ years of related experience.
• Event management in university or professional athletics strongly preferred.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication; ability to organize and prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Serve as director for athletics event operations and oversee operations staff.
• Be primary contact for baseball and volleyball event operations.
• Coordinate facility scheduling and rentals; manage contract administration.
• Lead periodic meetings to review operations and drive improvements.
• Develop and update game/event operation manuals and visiting guides.
• Manage the Gamecock Ambassador Program, including recruitment and scheduling.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Judgement & discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Number

STA00759PO26

Job Family

Athletics Administration

Job Function

Athletics Administration

USC Market Title

Athletics Administrator

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/173104

Job Level

P3 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)

Director of Event Operations

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

Athletics

Department

ATH Department of Athletics

State Pay Range

Unclassified

USC Market Range

B00

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

• Generally Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm.
• Will work a non-traditional work schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the department.

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Other Professional

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Advertised Job Summary

The Director of Event Operations for Athletics holds a broad range of responsibilities including directing event operations for assigned areas, assisting in the management of event operations staff and regular interaction with facilities/capital planning staff. This position also oversees the facilities calendar and event rentals as well as the Gamecock Ambassador program.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Event management in university or professional athletics strongly preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to think quickly and exercise good judgement while using discretion.

Job Duty

Serve as director for athletics event operations as assigned by the Senior Associate AD for Event Operations. Work collaboratively with appropriate internal and external entities to ensure athletics events operate safely and efficiently with the safety and well being of student-athletes, coaches and fans in mind. Serve as the primary point of contact for baseball and volleyball event operations.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

40

Job Duty

Serve as primary point of contact for athletics facility scheduling and rentals for outside users. Includes contract administration as well as ensuring appropriate internal entities are notified. Ensure that terms of contract are met and coordinate with business office to enable appropriate facility use billing.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

30

Job Duty

Conduct and attend periodic meetings to review event operations and identify areas of success as well as opportunities for improvement. Meetings may include a wide range of stakeholders and focus on operational efficiencies as well as fan experiences.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Formulate and update game/event operation manuals and visiting team guides as assigned by the Senior Associate AD/Event Operations.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Management of the Gamecock Ambassador Program to include recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, payment, etc. Coordinates the athletics department’s needs for ambassadors at sporting events and the tour program.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive

No

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential

Number of Vacancies

1

Job Open Date

10/08/2026

Job Close Date

11/22/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214266

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.