About This Role:

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position.

An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:

• Assist with managing preparation of all premium spaces for the football season.
• Prepare and manage Shamrock Zone club and suites for football game days.
• Assist with coordinating season and game day menus for football, basketball and baseball season.
• Oversee, plan and prepare premium spaces for men's and women's basketball game days.
• Manage communication and food/beverage orders with men's and women's basketball premium ticket holders.
• Assist with managing suite and club preparation and orders for baseball.
• Assist in planning and preparation of the Powercat Auction.
• Assist in planning and execution of special events in K-State Athletics' premium areas such as team banquets and student-athlete graduation receptions.
• Lead and manage all aspects of internal and external usage and rentals of the Shamrock Zone.
• Manage communication and preparation of internal and external events held in the Shamrock Zone.
• Assist in hiring, scheduling, and training of Hospitality and Events Ambassadors (part-time employees).

Why Join Us:

K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for qualified applicants who want to be a goodwill ambassador and point of contact for K-State Athletics premium seating donors at K-State athletic events and special venues. Must provide excellent customer service through the successful development and implementation of our hospitality program. Will assist with hiring, scheduling, and training of hospitality and events ambassadors, and with planning and preparation of the Powercat Auction.

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-Stat, 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/

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.

Manhattan was ranked # 19 in "Best Small Cities (under 75,000 population) in the U.S. by NerdWallet.com for Quality of Life, Economic Health, and Affordability while Livability.com named Manhattan the #1 College Town in America in 2018.  K-State Athletics is also a proud member of the Big 12 Conference.

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.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• One year of experience working in events, hospitality and/or customer service

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience working in events and hospitality
• Experience managing and hiring gameday staff
• Experience working in events and hospitality in NCAA Division I athletics

Other Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to promote and demonstrate respect, collaboration and friendly customer service in all working relationships and situations
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• Must be able to travel as required
• Must have a valid driver’s license at all times
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

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:

1. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
2. Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number and email address)

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled

Benefits:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
• Very competitive retirement plan
• Earned vacation and sick leave plans
• Parental leave plan
• Employer paid term life insurance
• Employer paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Employer paid long term disability insurance
• Paid KSU designated holidays

K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information:  https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human-resources.aspx?path=resources

Salary Rate / Pay Rate:

 $40,000 to $44,500

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.  If position is in development, business office or ticket office, the background screen will include a credit check.