Director of Memorial Stadium Complex

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE, USA

Posted on Aug 10, 2026
Working Title Director of Memorial Stadium Complex
Department Athletics-0850
Requisition Number S_260640
Posting Open Date 08/10/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 08/17/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Provide leadership and oversight for the daily operations, maintenance, and event readiness of Memorial Stadium, Hawks Championship Center, Osborne Legacy Complex, and other assigned facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring facilities are maintained to the highest standards while supporting the operational needs of Nebraska Athletics, student-athletes, coaches, staff, and guests.

The Director serves as the primary facilities lead for the assigned complex, providing leadership for facility operations, maintenance planning, event coordination, staff supervision, and project management. This position participates in an on-call rotation for facility-related emergencies and works evenings, weekends, and holidays as required to support athletic competitions and special events.

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Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Sports Management, or a related field and 3 years’ progressive experience in facility operations, maintenance management, or venue management. Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education/experience on a year-for-year basis.
  • Strong organizational, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and respond to facility emergencies.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in NCAA Division I Athletics or large public assembly facilities.
  • Experience managing maintenance projects, contractors, and vendor relationships.
  • Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), such as FMX.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary Negotiable
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
John Kelly
jkelly45@huskers.com
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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