KALIJAH ARRINGTON
Athletic Director
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Sports operations and athletic administration professional with experience leading logistics coordination, operational planning, team support initiatives, and stakeholder engagement across athletics, transportation, military, and professional sports environments. Proven ability to manage high-volume operations, coordinate cross-functional teams, improve workflow efficiency, and support organizational performance in fast paced settings. Experienced in athletic administration, stadium operations, event coordination, and operational leadership with a strong foundation in logistics, communication, and performance tracking. Currently pursuing an MBA in Data Analytics while expanding expertise in sports operations, organizational strategy, and analytics driven decision making. Passionate about building a long term career in professional sports leadership with aspirations in team operations, player personnel, and front-office management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Services - Greeter
Atlanta Braves
Atlanta, GA
04.2026 - Current
- Welcomed and assisted thousands of fans each game day by providing directions, answering questions, and ensuring a positive guest experience from entry to departure.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by resolving guest concerns professionally, communicating stadium policies, and collaborating with event staff to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment.
- Supported efficient crowd flow and event operations by guiding guests to seating areas, amenities, and stadium services while representing the Atlanta Braves with professionalism and enthusiasm.
Athletic Director
The Bedford School
Fairburn, GA
08.2025 - Current
- Lead athletic program operations for a school environment by coordinating schedules, resources, event logistics, and stakeholder communication across multiple concurrent activities and initiatives.
- Improved workflow efficiency and program delivery by implementing operational process improvements that strengthened scheduling coordination and day-to-day execution.
- Collaborate with administrators, coaches, families, and staff to align program priorities, monitor performance outcomes, and support continuous improvement efforts.
Stadium Operations And Community Impact Internship
Tennessee Titans
Nashville, TN
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Supported community engagement initiatives and stadium operations projects by coordinating event logistics, stakeholder communication, staffing activities, and operational planning in a professional sports environment.
- Increased program participation by 88% through engagement tracking, operational support, and collaboration on outreach initiatives designed to strengthen community involvement.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings, research efforts, and partnership coordination activities to support program effectiveness and align operational goals across departments.
Tennessee National Guard
Army National Guard
Nashville, TN
10.2024 - Current
- Support mission planning, operational coordination, and training activities in dynamic, high-accountability environments requiring adherence to safety, security, and organizational protocols.
- Contribute to mission readiness by collaborating with internal teams and external partners during training exercises and emergency response operations.
- Monitor operational risks and compliance factors while supporting structured coordination efforts that improve efficiency, preparedness, and execution under pressure.
PT Supervisor
United Parcel Service (UPS)
Atlanta, GA
05.2020 - 09.2025
- Supervise daily operations within a high-volume logistics environment by coordinating staffing, workflow distribution, scheduling, and operational priorities to support efficient package movement and on-time performance.
- Improved productivity and operational efficiency by analyzing workflow data, identifying process bottlenecks, and implementing process improvements across team operations.
- Led employee training, task delegation, and performance coordination efforts while resolving operational issues and escalating critical risks to leadership as needed.
Ramp Agent
Southwest Airlines
Nashville, TN
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Supported time-sensitive airport ground operations by coordinating aircraft servicing, baggage logistics, and turnaround activities in a fast-paced transportation environment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional ground crews and operations personnel to maintain safety compliance, operational efficiency, and on-time departures.
- Contributed to reliable daily operations by executing logistical tasks accurately under strict timelines and rapidly changing operational conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Tennessee State University
12.2023
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Data Analytics
Louisiana State University Shreveport
12.2026
Skills
- Sports Operations
- Athletic Administration
- Event Operations
- Team Operations
- Athlete Development
- Leadership Development
- Organizational Leadership
- Front Office Operations
- Scheduling & Logistics
- Performance Analytics
Certification
- First Aid
- CPR
- AED
- CAPM
Affiliations
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.
Collegiate 100
Timeline
Guest Services - Greeter
Atlanta Braves
04.2026 - Current
Athletic Director
The Bedford School
08.2025 - Current
Tennessee National Guard
Army National Guard
10.2024 - Current
Ramp Agent
Southwest Airlines
07.2024 - 02.2026
Stadium Operations And Community Impact Internship
Tennessee Titans
08.2023 - 01.2025
PT Supervisor
United Parcel Service (UPS)
05.2020 - 09.2025
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Data Analytics
Louisiana State University Shreveport
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Tennessee State University