The University of Utah invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for its next director of stadium, arena, & campus event services This is an on-site leadership role.

Located in the bustling urban landscape of Salt Lake City, the University of Utah stands as the state's flagship institution and the region's hub of higher education. The University of Utah is a Tier 1 research university and a member of the exclusive Association of American Universities. Home to the state's only academic medical center, the university offers world-class health care education and patient care.

Reporting to the executive director of auxiliary services, the director of stadium, arena, & campus event services manages and administers the daily operations of the department (SA&CES), which includes two large public assembly buildings, Rice-Eccles Stadium and the Jon M. Huntsman Center, the primary homes for Utah Athletics' competitions. These competitions include, but are not limited to, Utah Football, Utah Lacrosse, Utah Men's and Women's Basketball, Utah Gymnastics, and Utah Volleyball. The venues host 50+ events per year and were recently announced as the site for the 2034 Winter Olympic and Paralympic opening and closing ceremonies (having successfully hosted previously in 2002). The director supervises and manages a staff of approximately 90 full- and part-time employees, including four direct reports, administers annual revenues of $7 million (with expected growth), and formulates and directs the implementation of realistic operating budgets for all SA&CES units.

Public Salary Range: $150,000-$160,000

Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related area (or equivalency: two years of related work experience can be substituted for one year of education) plus eight years of progressively responsible experience managing and operating large event venues and complex teams. Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills are also required. A master's degree in business administration or related area is preferred.

Application and Nomination
The University of Utah has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with leading this search. Review of applications will begin September 9, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via https://spelmanandjohnson.com/position/director-of-stadium-arena-campus-event-services/

• Contact J. Scott Derrick at jsd@spelmanandjohnson.com for confidential inquiries and nominations.
• Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com.

Visit the University of Utah at www.utah.edu

The University of Utah does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or protected veteran's status, in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Department of Education, the Office for Civil Rights, or both.





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