Events & Facilities Operations Manager

The University of Alabama in Huntsville; Alabama; On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily building operations, facility readiness, and event setup across Charger Union, Conference Training Center, Chan Auditorium, and related spaces.

The role includes supervising student staff, coordinating maintenance with Facilities & Operations, and ensuring safe, clean, and ready facilities for events and university activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–3 years experience in facility operations or related field.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple operational priorities.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed by event schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day physical operation and readiness of facilities.
• Inspect facilities for maintenance, safety, cleanliness and equipment.
• Coordinate with Facilities & Operations on repairs and maintenance.
• Serve as liaison to housekeeping for cleaning and readiness.
• Oversee event setup and breakdown of Charger Union and venues.
• Translate event layouts into room setups and coordinate resources.
• Supervise student event-setup staff and training.
• Monitor safety and emergency procedures and coordinate with Public Safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Team supervision

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily building operations, facility readiness, and event setup across Charger Union, Conference Training Center, Chan Auditorium, and related spaces.

The role includes supervising student staff, coordinating maintenance with Facilities & Operations, and ensuring safe, clean, and ready facilities for events and university activities.