Dream Jobs in Stadium and Sports Facility Operations

by Kathy Furgang, Adam Furgang

Overview

Close your eyes for a moment and think back to the last time your were in a stadium. The roar of the crowd. The swelling excitement as the team took the field. The massive Jumbotron and blaring sound system. The smell of hot dogs. For those who work in stadiums as well as other sports facilities, this adrenaline rush can be a daily experience. As explained in this detailed guide, the opportunities for work in this arena are vast. Find out what education and other life skills might be required to take on positions including office manager, event manager, business administrator, security guard, maintenance crew member, salesperson, IT specialist, and more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781477775295
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	07/30/2014
Series:	Great Careers in the Sports Industry Series
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Stadium and Sports Facility Operations 8

Chapter 2 Getting Ready Early 19

Chapter 3 Education and Other Requirements 32

Chapter 4 Jobs in Sports Facility Operations 45

Chapter 5 Sports Stadium Jobs 59

Chapter 6 Stadium Special Events 78

College and University Programs in Sports Management 98

A Career in Sports Facility Operations at a Glance 100

Bureau of Labor Statistics Information 105

Glossary 112

For More Information 116

For Further Reading 119

Bibliography 122

Index 126