Manager (Crooked Oaks)

Auburn University, United States

Updated: 17 days ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S3475P
Home Org Name CFWE Admin Main
Division Name College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment
Position Title Manager (Crooked Oaks)
Job Class Code GA13
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment at Auburn University is excited to recruit candidates for a Manager of the Crooked Oaks facility. The Manager is responsible for the overall operations of Crooked Oaks facility to include administrative oversight, personnel management, financial planning, and strategic planning.
Crooked Oats: In July of 2023, the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) received an estate gift of 415 acres of Crooked Oaks, legendary Auburn football coach Pat Dye’s homestead. Located in Notasulga, the property includes Dye’s main house, a guest cabin, lodge, pavilion, gazebo, two barns and a nursery office. https://www.crookedoaks.com/
About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.
It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!
Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions
  • Provides overall administrative oversight and hands-on operational activities of Crooked Oaks including strategic planning, managing personnel, monitoring building and facilities conditions, and performing finance and budget duties.
  • Coordinates and supervises utilization of all facilities within Crooked Oaks including but not limited to facility rentals, hunting leases/operations, and nursery operations.
  • Communicates with the staff, as well as other university partners to keep them informed of work activities, gathers and provides information, and coordinates projects.
  • Manages overall communication and marketing efforts aimed to support the strategic goals, plans, and mission of Crooked Oaks. Maintains updates, and coordinates changes to the Crooked Oaks website, ensuring the content stays relevant and current.
  • Maintains open communication with all constituencies regarding the evaluation of financial and programmatic aspects as well as overall impact. Develops and manages the annual budget to support Crooked Oaks operating expenses and revenue.
  • Coordinates with the CFWE Development Director to develop fundraising goals and strategies. Builds and maintains donor relations, engaging diverse volunteer and donor groups unique to the nonprofit sector.

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree – No specific discipline and 5 years of experience in event planning, hospitality, public relations, marketing, business management.
The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
  • Supervisory experience in a hunting lodge/hospitality setting.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Valid Driver’s License

Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $54,800 - $93,200
Job Category Executive/Director/Management
Working Hours if Non-Traditional M - F, 7:45am - 4:45pm
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 03/12/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
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