Operations Specialist

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27018 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468

Classification Title Stage/Production Coord II Working Title Operations Specialist Brief Position Overview Position Number 4N0329 Department Brick Breeden Fieldhouse Division Auxiliary Services Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $25.25 per hour Contract Type Classified Hourly If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Sports Facilities is responsible for the management of all sports facilities at Montana State University including the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, Bobcat Stadium, Hoseaus Fitness Center (HFC), Shroyer Gymnasium and the Bobcat Tennis Center. These facilities are multi-purpose and meet the varied needs of the campus and the community. The department provides services for Athletics, Rec Sports, and Health and Human Development, as well as hosting many events/concerts that come to campus.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working as part of the Sports Facilities Operations Team and reporting to the Operations Manager, Operations Specialists work to successfully execute events. This position is responsible for the on-site management and coordination of event operations staff and equipment during day to day activities and on event days. Works individually or with the team to:

• Perform duties related to set-up/tear-down, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of day to day and special operational equipment.

• Equipment includes such things as the basketball floor, seats, bleachers, tables, chairs, stage, pipe and drape, operation of related vehicles, podiums, etc.

• Assist with Bobcat Stadium facility operations, turf management, and ice/snow management

• Event specific: supervise a crew of up 30 students and up to 35 stagehands ( may assist with hiring, training, scheduling, etc)

• And actively contribute to the success of the department by performing other duties as needed in support of the department's mission

This is a permanent, full-time position. If you are a student of MSU and seek a student worker position, please go to: http://www.montana.edu/comeworkwithus/

Everyone is welcome to apply/interview for this position but the Event Services Department lacks the necessary funding to provide sponsorship at this time.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in event and building operations or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Experience setting up, operating, maintaining and/or troubleshooting operational equipment (examples: bleachers, stage, chairs, pipe/drape, etc).
• Experience providing excellent customer service to a variety of individuals.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced degree and/or certification in a related field.
• Experience working in a University setting and/or athletic facility.
• Leadership/Supervisory experience coordinating, scheduling, and directing the work of others.
• Experience operating equipment such as forklifts, man-lifts, tractors, and pickup trucks. Please list any certifications.
• Experience with event production.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Troubleshoot and repair operational equipment
• Exhibit an excellent customer service attitude
• Maintain composure while under stress and pressure to meet the time sensitive demands of the job while working with a broad spectrum of personalities
• Possess strong computer skills
• Be self-motivated, flexible and adapt to frequently changing priorities
• Exercise good judgment and exhibit consistent decision making skills
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and clientele
• Successfully organize and prioritize daily duties
• Accurately follow and communicate verbally or in writing standard instructions and procedures
• Work effectively with minimal supervision
• Work successfully independently or in a team environment
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and the public
• Represent the department to others in a professional and courteous manner

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. Please do not send a copy of your driver's license at this time. (If the successful candidate possesses a valid out of state driver's license, candidate must obtain a valid Montana driver's license within 60 days.)
• Will work outside in inclement weather.
• Will work evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays as the event schedule demands.
• Will work all home football games.
• Must have or be able to obtain certification for the operation of a fork lift, scissor lift, and boom lift.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Required to wear safety gear as needed.
• Occasionally will plow/shovel snow.
• Drive both manual and automatic shift vehicles.
• Routinely move objects of 50-75lbs, and occasionally up to 100lbs.
• Move about or traverse facilities and fields for long periods of time.
• Push, pull, lift, bend, crawl; move up and down stairs; go up and down a step ladder; be comfortable getting in and out of tight spaces; and be comfortable working at heights.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search. Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on Tuesday, July 28, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

Please address the qualifications in your cover letter and resume.

Questions? Contact: Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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