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Kansas State University Assistant Director of Hospitality and Events in Manhattan, Kansas
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\ \ Assistant Director of Hospitality and Events\ \ Department: 3670001110 K-State Athletics Inc (Agcy)\ Job no: 517197\ Employment type: Athletics\ Location: Manhattan, Kansas\ Worksite: On-site requirement\ Categories: Student Affairs / Services, Athletics, Event Management / Services\ Pay Grade: 001\ \ \ About This Role:\ K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position.\ \ An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:
- Assist with managing preparation of all premium spaces for the football season.
- Prepare and manage Shamrock Zone club and suites for football game days.
- Assist with coordinating season and game day menus for football, basketball and baseball season.
- Oversee, plan and prepare premium spaces for men\'s and women\'s basketball game days.
- Manage communication and food/beverage orders with men\'s and women\'s basketball premium ticket holders.
- Assist with managing suite and club preparation and orders for baseball.
- Assist in planning and preparation of the Powercat Auction.
- Assist in planning and execution of special events in K-State Athletics\' premium areas such as team banquets and student-athlete graduation receptions.
- Lead and manage all aspects of internal and external usage and rentals of the Shamrock Zone.
- Manage communication and preparation of internal and external events held in the Shamrock Zone.
- Assist in hiring, scheduling, and training of Hospitality and Events Ambassadors (part-time employees).
\ Why Join Us:\ K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for qualified applicants who want to be a goodwill ambassador and point of contact for K-State Athletics premium seating donors at K-State athletic events and special venues. Must provide excellent customer service through the successful development and implementation of our hospitality program. Will assist with hiring, scheduling, and training of hospitality and events ambassadors, and with planning and preparation of the Powercat Auction.\ \ Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-Stat, our supporters and each other.\ \ For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com\ \ For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/\ \ The 2021 annual survey by Forbes magazine, \"America\'s Best Employers by State List{target="blank" rel="noopener"}\", finds Kansas State University rates among the Top 3 employers in the state and is the best university employer in Kansas.\ \ Manhattan was ranked # 19 in \"Best Small Cities (under 75,000 population) in the U.S. by NerdWallet.com for Quality of Life, Economic Health, and Affordability while Livability.com named Manhattan the #1 College Town in America in 2018. K-State Athletics is also a proud member of the Big 12 Conference.\ \ We Support Diversity and Inclusion:\ Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion. The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with oworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.{target="blank" rel="noopener"}\ \ What You\'ll Need to Succeed:\ Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor\'s degree
- One year of experience working in events, hospitality and/or customer service
\ Preferred Qualifications:
- Two years of experience working in events and hospitality
- Experience managing and hiring gameday staff
- Experience working in events and hospitality in NCAA Division I athletics
\ Other Requirements:
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to promote and demonstrate respect, collaboration and friendly customer service in all working relationships and situations
Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
Must be able to travel as required
Must have a valid driver\'s license at all times
Applicants must be currently authorized t