Jaren Foster
Ozark
Summary
Sports operations professional with experience in facility management, event logistics, game-day operations, staff coordination, and operational planning. Proven leader with strong customer service, problem-solving, and team-oriented leadership developed through collegiate athletics and professional sports experience.
Offering strong organizational and analytical abilities, eager to learn and develop in operations management. Brings solid foundation in project coordination and process improvement, with quick ability to adapt and excel in dynamic environment. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and communication skills in Director of Operations role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Operations
Betty and Bobby Allison Sports Town
01.2025 - Current
- Work directly with Director of Operations in daily facility oversight, scheduling, event execution, and staff coordination
- Manage operational logistics for tournaments, leagues, rentals, and community events to ensure professional and efficient execution
- Resolve onsite customer, scheduling, and event conflicts using proactive communication and operational judgement
- Collaborating events for facility calendar and setup/teardown workflows to maintain high operational standards
- Support training and development of part-time staff to improve guest experience and operational consistency
Self Employed
J & R Exteriors
06.2024 - Current
- Co-founded and managed a service business generating $10k+ in year-two revenue through streamlined operations and client acquisition
- Oversaw budgeting, scheduling, procurement, marketing, and workflow optimization
- Implemented standardized operating procedures to ensure reliable service timelines, reduce operational errors, and strengthen customer satisfaction
Internship
Ozark Lunkers
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted game-day operations including field setup, timing logistics, team arrival coordination, and equipment preparation
- Operated on-field camera and supported media team with real-time content updates to boost fan engagement
- Served as visiting team liaison, managing communication, locker room assignments, and pre-game needs
- Contributed to operational flow during home games, helping ensure a professional environment for athletes, staff, and fans
Education
Master’s - Organizational Leadership
Evangel University
Springfield, MO03.2026
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Coaching
Evangel University
Springfield, MO12.2024
Skills
- Operations Skills:
- Facility Management Scheduling Event Logistics Game-Day Operations Staff Coordination Vendor Relations SOP Development Customer Relations
- Professional Skills:
- Leadership Emotional Intelligence Time Management Communication Decision-Making Team Building Microsoft Skills Adaptable Coachable Attention to Detail
- Logistics Management
- Scheduling and Coordination
- Operational Efficiency
Accomplishments
- Team Captain, Evangel University Football Team
- Outstanding Sports Management Student Award
- KCAC Character Award – awarded by fellow conference coaches
- Dean’s List – all semesters
- All-Conference Football Player
Timeline
Assistant Director of Operations
Betty and Bobby Allison Sports Town
01.2025 - Current
Self Employed
J & R Exteriors
06.2024 - Current
Internship
Ozark Lunkers
01.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Coaching
Evangel University
Master’s - Organizational Leadership
Evangel University
Personal Strengths
Gallup Strengths: Belief | Restorative | Achiever | Relator | Competition