Athletic Facility Manager - Mecklenburg County Sportsplex

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is seeking an innovative and dynamic Athletic Facility Manager to join our team. This position assists in the management and operation of the Mecklenburg County Sportsplex, a premier regional sports complex in south Charlotte, North Carolina.

About the role

The Athletic Facility Manager will plan, organize, and direct athletic reservations, tournaments, and stadium events. This role includes leading staff trainings, reviewing and completing reservation requests, planning large events, managing vendors and contracts, and collaborating with the maintenance team to ensure daily facility readiness. The position also offers opportunities to explore new marketing strategies, facility management solutions, and innovations to maintain the Sportsplex as a leading athletic facility.

The preferred candidate will have strong experience in event operations and a proven ability to create and maintain professional and community partnerships. This full-time position requires availability during some evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules.

Facility Information

The Mecklenburg County Sportsplex, recognized as the 2023 Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) Professional Soccer Field of the Year, spans 175 acres and features:

• Nine synthetic turf multipurpose fields
• Two championship-quality natural grass multipurpose fields
• A 5,000-seat natural grass stadium

The facility hosts a year-round schedule of local, regional, and national events for youth, high school, collegiate, amateur, and professional athletics, including soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, rugby, football, and other sports. Recent marquee events include the NCAA Division II Men’s and Women’s Soccer Championships, Pop Warner National Championships, MLS NEXT Pro matches, the U.S. Open Cup, and various conference championships and international team training camps.

Responsibilities

• Manage fiscal operations, including budget planning, implementation, execution, and monitoring of facility revenue and expense goals
• Oversee facility revenue through daily admissions, facility passes, programs, and rentals
• Supervise maintenance, program, and customer service staff
• Manage and monitor vendor, agency, and individual contracts
• Participate in staff conferences for planning comprehensive recreation programs
• Investigate and address requests, suggestions, or complaints regarding recreation services
• Introduce new programs, equipment, and facilities to staff and the community
• Order equipment and supplies and maintain inventory control
• Establish and maintain partnerships with agencies, neighborhood groups, and user groups
• Respond to emergency situations and complete statistical reports on programming, attendance, and facility usage
• Promote facility use for recreational and rental opportunities
• Supervise full-time, part-time, and temporary employees, including scheduling, coaching, and annual reviews
• Approve program proposals and complete monthly safety checklists and site inspections

Requirements

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in recreation programming
• One (1) year of supervisory experience or completion of an approved supervisory training program
• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration, Park and Recreation, or a related field (combination of relevant experience and education accepted)
• Valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License with County Driving Privileges
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn and run reports in Active software and Advantage

Athletic facility management experience and experience facilitating staff trainings are highly preferred.

Pay

$52,132.00/yr - $68,423.25/yr

About Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation

The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) enriches the lives of residents by providing recreational opportunities, open space, and nature education programs for all individuals regardless of age or ability. MCPRD manages over 22,500 acres, 290+ parks, nature preserves, greenways, and facilities, serving a population exceeding 1.1 million residents. The department is a 2012 Gold Medal winner and is Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) accredited.