Athletics Business Operations Coordinator [R0154263]

University of Nevada Las Vegas • Las Vegas, MD

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About The Position

The Business Operations Coordinator supports the financial and business operations of the Athletics Department and Thomas & Mack Center. The position covers purchasing, accounts payable and receivable, financial reporting, and expense management, and provides financial and operational guidance to coaches, departmental leadership, and campus partners.

The coordinator assists with budget development, analyzes financial and operational data, prepares reports, and supports informed decision-making. The role also evaluates current processes and recommends improvements to strengthen internal controls, streamline operations, and promote efficiency. Additional work includes developing and maintaining business office policies, procedures, and documentation; supporting purchasing card and expense management activities; monitoring trade programs; and coordinating special projects. The position requires collaboration with Athletics Compliance to ensure activities align with university policies and NCAA requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• 2–4 years of experience.
• Credentials must be obtained before the employment start date.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in athletics or event management.
• Bachelor’s degree focused on finance, accounting, or business.
• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with university policies.
• Provide financial and operational guidance to coaches, departmental leadership, and campus partners.
• Assist with budget development.
• Analyze financial and operational data and prepare reports.
• Support informed decision-making and effective financial and business operations.
• Evaluate existing processes and recommend improvements to internal controls, operational efficiency, and workflows.
• Develop and maintain business office policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Support purchasing card and expense management activities.
• Monitor trade programs.
• Coordinate special projects.
• Coordinate with Athletics Compliance to help ensure activities comply with university policies and NCAA requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education schools.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• Athletics ticket discounts.
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts.
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus.
• Free wellness programming for UNLV faculty and staff.
• Opportunities for career advancement to leadership roles.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• A comprehensive onboarding program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level