Arena Manager

The Arena Manager is responsible for contributing to the success of the facilities needs by managing, maintaining, and assisting with events scheduled the Northwest Farm Arena.  This is a 12-month part-time staff position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of equestrian, livestock, and rodeo events
• Ability to operate and maintain a tractor
• Ability to work with different clientele dynamics.
• Demonstrate professionalism
• Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

1. Prepare footing in arena for varying events and public riding
2. Set up equipment specific to the event (panels, barrels, chutes, etc.)
3. Coordinate with facility coordinator on events
4. Coordinate with stock contractors
5. Maintain and repair equipment
6. Prepare and check arena grounds, bathrooms, stands, 
7. Coordinate with volunteers and departments for set up, break down, and clean up 
8. Work within a budget
9. Have knowledge of facility mechanics (plumbing, electrical, structure, etc.)
10. Develop a strong working relationship with the community, media, and event participants
11. Work with Farm Manager and Rodeo Team with various duties (practices)
12. Demonstrate a personal example the demands of strong work ethic and completion of tasks
13. Other duties as assigned by the Farm Manager and Director of Athletics.

APPLICATION

To apply, please submit and attach the following:

• Application at www.northwestms.edu 
• Resume
• Three (3) Professional References:  Name, Organization, Email Address and Telephone Number

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that "Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students' lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services." 

Accreditation

Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).

Affirmative Action 

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu. 

Safety Statement

The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.