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Site Manager Job Description TITLE: Junior High/High School Athletic Event (Site) Manager CLASSIFICATION: Certified REPORTS TO: High School Athletic Director PURPOSE STATEMENT: The JH/HS Athletic Event/Site Manager will help to provide a safe, well organized event for student athletes and event attendees and to provide support as directed by the HS Administration at athletic events. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties and other duties as assigned: • Check on gym/field set-up and assure that the game area is ready for play • Assist with set up of athletic fields/game areas per the direction of the building administrator. • Welcome the officials and if necessary show them where they can change or what room they can use during half time. • Greet the visiting coaches and administrators. • Monitor and assist in the management of fans. Assure that fans are in appropriate areas and that they are respectful to the facilities and others at the event. • Be visible to event participants. • During half time, escort the opposing team to and from their locker room/designated changing area. Make sure the area is locked when not in use. • Keep aisles and exits clear and unblocked. • Enforce district regulations and guidelines for the contest being played. • In the event of emergency and in the absence of the building administrator, do what is necessary to ensure the safety of all participants and spectators. • Provide first aid and make sound judgment regarding calling emergency personnel in the event of injury. • Assist with tear-down of athletic fields/game areas per the direction of the building administrator. • Assure that all equipment related to the event is put away and secured. • Assure that all offices, locker rooms; and other areas not necessary to the event are locked. Only restrooms should be unlocked during the contest. • Return all borrowed keys, radios, or cell phones to the office and make sure the office is locked. • Assure that ticket sellers and ticket takers are in place • If directed, assist sales staff with ticket/gate reconciliation • If directed, be responsible for gate and concessions deposits JOB REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities • Strong oral and written communication skills. • Ability to work in a positive way with students, parents, and community members. • Knowledge of district regulations and guidelines for each event. • Ability to lift, move, and set-up event equipment. • Knowledge or ability to learn how to set up and use sound system and scoreboards. • Ability to work with coaches, officials and administrators to ensure a safe environment for participants and spectators. • Ability to provide leadership that assures student and spectator safety in emergency situations. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Game managers will work in a variety of outdoor settings or a gymnasium depending upon the event. Must be willing to work outdoors in inclement weather; may be required to lift, carry equipment, walk, and stand for prolonged periods; may be exposed to high noise levels and childhood diseases; and may experience a multitude of demands and changing priorities with frequent interruptions. Experience working with students and community at athletic events preferred. Individuals hired for this position perform additional duties as assigned.