| Assistant Manager – Events and Rentals
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Cambridge, MA The MIT Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER) seeks an Assistant Manager - Events and Rentals to provide leadership and management for the evening and weekend operations of DAPER, with a primary focus on planning, coordinating, and supervising events. Responsibilities: - Work in conjunction with MIT departments, students, faculty, staff and external clientele in the planning and management of their events
- Coordinate event support services with all appropriate providers, including catering, audiovisual, and custodial services
- Establish work assignments for staff, attend and supervise events, and compile appropriate data on the usage of facilities relative to events and rentals
- Work as part of the DAPER Operations Team in the stewardship of department-supported programs, services, and buildings
- Provide evening and weekend coordination and contact with the DAPER Facilities Team, Health Fitness Corporation, and Department of Facilities to provide high quality event, rentals, repairs, and custodial support
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree, preferably in a sports-related field
- At least two years of experience in a facilities or operational supervisory role
- Experience in or an in-depth understanding of athletics and recreation that includes direct experience functioning in support of events
- Valid driver’s license
- Current first aid, CPR, and AED certifications or willingness to obtain
- Experience in employee supervision and computer operations
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Attention to details and their impact
- Demonstrated experience with and preference for working collaboratively in support of shared goals
The schedule for the position is Tuesday through Friday 2:00 to 10:00 P.M. and Saturday 7:00 A.M to 3:00 P.M., but must be willing to work a flexible schedule in support of daily operations. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Interested candidates may apply online at Interested candidates may apply online at https://hr.mit.edu/careers. Please reference job number 19203. MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on nondiscrimination can be found at https://policies.mit.edu/policies-procedures/90-relations-and-responsibilities-within-mit-community/92-nondiscrimination |
