Position Location
Fort Collins, CO
Work Location
Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position: No
Posting Number: 202301505AP
Position Type: Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours/Week: 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range
45,000 — 47,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees in the following University benefit areas:https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/. To see the value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visit our compensation calculator – https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
09/04/2023
Description of Work Unit
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I-FBS and the Mountain West Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.
Position Summary
The Ticket Manager/Sales & Operations oversees the day-to-day sales/ticketing operations for the Athletic Ticket Office. Primary duties include phone orders, customer service and game-day operations. Position is also responsible for oversight of auxiliary ticket offices including will-call window and player-pass gates, as required, at home and away events. Position assists with supervision of part-time staff. Position creates and executes processes for student ticket distribution; collaborates with the department’s marketing and development units; develops/implements ticketing email platforms; and researches and implements current best practices in ticketing.
Required Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in business, marketing, communications, management, liberal arts, economics, social sciences, health and exercise science or any other field related to duties and responsibilities
- Experience with Paciolan, including Pac7, Ticketmaster or similar ticketing system(s) required, preferably in intercollegiate athletics and/or professional sports
- Experience managing (daily and seasonal) ticketed sports at the collegiate level required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel required
- Strong organizational, communication and public relations skills required
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency in a variety of software products
- Demonstrated ability to work on projects individually, as well as within a team
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
- Knowledge of and compliance with NCAA, Mountain West and CSU rules and regulations
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays and travel
- Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
Preferred Job Qualifications
- Salesforce CRM or other CRM experience preferred
Diversity Statement
Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.
Job Duty Category: Sales & Internal Operations
Duty/Responsibility
- Oversee day-to-day sales/ticketing operations for the Athletic Ticket Office including phone orders and customer service
- Maintain AM Monitor and update scanners for all venues
- Manage Paciolan users, pulse secure, print formats, manifests, addresses, Ballena data process and maintain eVenue
- Create online/paper applications; manage StubHub and ticket exchange
- Assist with all game-day ticket/sales operations
- Oversee auxiliary ticket office(s), will-call windows and player-pass gate at home and away events as required
- Understand and apply appropriate NCAA and MW Conference rules and regulations regarding provision of complimentary admissions to student-athletes, prospective student-athletes and their family members/guests
Percentage Of Time: 50
Job Duty Category: Marketing and Development
Duty/Responsibility
- Work closely with marketing department in developing ticket promotions
- Coordinate with marketing department and ticket printers on the design, development and fulfillment of tickets, including pricing
- Fulfill season trade and sponsorship tickets for all sports
Percentage Of Time: 30
Job Duty Category: General Administration
Duty/Responsibility
- Develop/implement processes for distribution of tickets to CSU students
- Develop/implement ticketing email platform for students
- Manage complimentary tickets, policies and procedures
- Ensure ticket office is properly stocked with essential needs
- Manage specific ticketed sports including renewals, set-up and game-day operations
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Assist with supervision of part-time staff
- Understand and apply appropriate state and/or University policies, procedures and auditing requirements
Percentage Of Time: 20
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact
ath_athleticjobs@mail.colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Minimum References Requested
3
Maximum References Requested
3
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
