Athletic Coordinator
City of Gulfport•Gulfport, MS
•Onsite
About The Position
Under the direction of the Athletic Program Coordinator, the Athletic Coordinator serves as the primary on-site operations representative during athletic events, tournaments, leagues, rentals, and special activities at the sports complex. This position coordinates daily facility operations, assists user groups and event organizers, ensures facility readiness, and supports overall event success.
Requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Must possess a valid Mississippi Driver's License
- Occasional lifting/carrying of 25+ pounds
- Ability to operate vehicles and equipment safely.
- Ability to walk for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in athletics, recreation, event operations, facility management or customer service preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary on-site contact for athletic events, tournaments, practices, and facility rentals.
- Coordinate with staff, user groups, officials, vendors, and event organizers to ensure smooth event operations.
- Conduct facility walkthroughs before, during, and after events to ensure cleanliness, safety, and readiness.
- Assist with scheduling and coordination of athletic fields, facilities, and event logistics.
- Monitor field and facility conditions and communicate operational needs to turf and maintenance staff.
- Ensure compliance with facility policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.
- Assist with setup and breakdown of sporting events, tournaments, ceremonies, and special events.
- Respond to customer questions, concerns, and operational issues in a professional manner.
- Maintain communication with supervisors regarding event operations, staffing needs, incidents, and facility concerns.
- Assist with crowd management, vendor coordination, and participant flow during events.
- Support daily operations of the sports complex including inspections, reporting, and administrative tasks.
- Prepare written reports and documentation related to events, incidents, and facility operations.
- Provide excellent customer service to coaches, athletes, officials, spectators, and visitors.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
