Assistant Director, Facilities, Operations and Event Management | Long Beach State University

Long Beach, California, Job Summary | This position works independently to provide administrative and operational leadership in the planning, coordination, and execution of NCAA Division I athletic contests, special events, campus activities, and external rentals. The Assistant Director of Facilities, Operations and Event Management serves as a primary resource for event logistics, departmental administration, game management, staffing, budgeting, and coordination with campus partners and external stakeholders to ensure successful and efficient operations. Key Responsibilities | - Coordinates departmental administrative functions including scheduling, purchasing, contracts, budget tracking, payroll processing, event documentation, operational reporting, and departmental procedures. Develops standardized processes that improve efficiency and organizational effectiveness. - Provides leadership for the planning, coordination, and execution of all NCAA Division I home contests, championships, special events, and external rentals. Oversees staffing, scheduling, event logistics, customer service, payroll coordination, facility readiness, and operational execution while ensuring compliance with University, conference, and NCAA requirements. - Recruits, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates student assistants, casual workers, interns and event supervisors. Develops staffing plans, operational manuals, and training programs to ensure consistent event execution and customer service. - Coordinates event budgets, purchase requisitions, contracts, invoices, payroll, and operational expenditures while monitoring fiscal accountability and assisting with financial reporting. - Provides administrative support for departmental initiatives, NCAA and conference championships, strategic planning efforts, operational assessments, and special projects as assigned. - Assists with special projects for the department as needed. About Long Beach State | Join the vibrant community located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, LBSU offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives. As a member of the community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer. Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California’s future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth. Previous experience with events and/or facility operations. Previous supervisory experience. Knowledgeable in EMS or equivalent software. Ability to develop, analyze, and implement policies and procedures related to facilities operations. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved under the direction of the Sr Associate Athletic Director. Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide work direction. Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills. Must possess excellent customer service skills and must be multi-task oriented. Ability to work evenings and weekends. Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.  Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.  Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence." Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $4,908 (Step #1) - $7,150 (Step #20) per month.