Job Description

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU

Definition of Class

The Ole Miss Athletics Event Management Department is conducting a search for an Athletics Intern interested in gaining experience in event management and operations. This is a paid full-time, one-year internship. Weekend, evening, and holiday hours will be required depending on event schedules. This internship position is responsible for assisting the Assistant Athletic Director of Event Management and Event Operations Managers with all aspects related to day-to-day and gameday management of all 16 University of Mississippi Athletic Varsity Sports.

This position provides entry-level administrative support such as maintenance of databases, composition of basic correspondence, assistance with organizational tasks, and support duties for assigned programs. The incumbent is assigned responsibilities targeted at areas that provide experience in a particular region of concentration, and generally involve a mixture of administrative and support duties.

Examples of Work Performed

• Serve as Event Manager for 2 assigned sports. Assisting the Associate Athletic Director of Event Management and Event Operations Managers in operating day-to-day and gameday management of assigned athletic events
• Serve as Assistant Event Manager for Men\'s and Women\'s Basketball
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure that event specifications are communicated and executed
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, training and managing student gameday staff
• Prepare and implement venue policies and procedures
• Manage staff members on a gameday
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work outside in extreme weather conditions
• Work closely and develop relationships with multiple departments throughout Athletics, including University of Mississippi department, external security services, local law enforcement, EMS and other emergency personnel.
• Cooperate with the University of Mississippi Athletic Department Compliance Office regarding the NCAA rules and policies, including reporting requirement, and make a determined effort to ensure that staff and teams are in compliance
• Opportunity to gain experience with hosting both conference and NCAA Championships

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department. * Provides general administrative support.

• Assists with coordination of day-to-day activities and assigned tasks.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:
Bachelor\'s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, conferred no later than the date of hire.

Licensure:
Must possess a valid driver\'s license.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Salary/Wage Information

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

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