Manhattan, Kansas
Lawrence, KS
Lawrence, Kansas
Posted: 16-Jun-25
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Type: Full-time
Salary: $40,000 - $45,000
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Additional Information:
K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in managing preparation of all premium spaces for football season.
- Prepare and manage Shamrock Zone club and suites for football gamedays.
- Assist in coordinating season and gameday menus for football, basketball, and baseball.
- Oversee, plan, and prepare premium spaces for men's basketball and women's basketball gamedays.
- Manage communication and food/beverage orders with men's and women's basketball premium ticket holders.
- Assist in 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 rental events in the Shamrock Zone.
- Assist in hiring, scheduling, and training of Hospitality & Events Ambassadors (part-time employees).
- Oversee and manage facility tours and on-field photo requests.
- Other duties as assigned.
Why Join Us: K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, energetic, passionate about college athletics, enjoys meeting people and maintaining positive donor relationships, and providing the best gameday experience in the Big 12 Conference.'
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-State, 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/
Forbes magazine published their “2024 America’s Best Midsize Employers List,” and finds Kansas State University rates among the Top 100 employers in the country.
Benefits:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
- Retirement plan (No vesting period!!)
- Earned vacation and sick leave plans
- Parental leave plan
- Term life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- 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
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- One year of working in events, hospitality and/or customer service
Preferred Requirements:
- Two years of working in events and hospitality
- Experience in managing and hiring gameday staff
- Experience in working in events and hospitality in NCAA Div I athletics or professional sports
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
This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.
Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:
- Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
- Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number and email address)