Events Management Specialist (Athletic Department)

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Athletics Department, United States Air Force Academy, Colorado. This position does include benefits.

Duties

Coordinates and oversees multiple aspects of assigned intercollegiate athletic and public outreach events. Duties consist of coordinating with appropriate home and visiting team coaches and staff, meeting and scheduling all areas of events to include; concessions, ticket office, marketing, sports media, security forces, facilities, and other areas as required. Provides game-day event oversight and supervision of the event security contract company, monitoring Performance Work Statement (PWS) compliance during said event. Schedules and manages game-day event scoreboard/scoring personnel for assigned sports, ensuring on-time availability, all necessary paperwork is completed for their payment, and conducts direct oversight of event equipment set-up and take down before and after events. Ensures all day-to-day event/game day requirements have been planned, coordinated, scheduled and are implemented IAW requirements established for each respective sporting event. Ensures compliance with all Air Force, USAFA, and NCAA rules, instructions, policies, and guidelines as they pertain to Division I sport events. Assists in directing all aspects of athletic intercollegiate scheduling for 27 sports, using computer generated database, spreadsheets and reports, including use of facilities and coordinating schedules with USAFA Events Scheduling Committee. Assists with the oversight and coordination and approval process of all Air Force Academy Athletic Corporation (AFAAC) special events, ensuring facility/venue availability, to include supervisory oversight of all leased/licensed initiatives between government and AFAAC special events. Provides administrative and program support and coordination for all events utilizing USAFA Athletic complexes. Performs a variety of general office duties such as receiving telephone calls, and visitors, routing TMT and filing correspondence, answering questions, and maintaining files. Other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13101074 Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 10/30/2026 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in sports management or related field, and a minimum of two years working experience in sports management/events at the NCAA or professional level. Computer proficient and extensive knowledge in all MS Office applications, to include Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Word. Must possess strong organization skills and demonstrate excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills including public speaking. Must be able to multitask and work under deadline pressure. Must be able to speak, write and communicate in fluent English and have normal hearing. Must be able to work an uncommon tour of duty to include nights/weekends and/or holidays. Must have the ability for regular and recurring physical exertion such as long visits to outdoor sites and sporting events, with exposure to inclement weather. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Completion of a Local Agency Check and a Tier One investigation is required. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. How You Will Be Evaluated

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume. Other Information

Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.