Event Management Coordinator

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Event Management Coordinator manages assigned regular and postseason athletic events, including coordination, communication, implementation, and on-site management. The role also assists with Football game operations as assigned, prepares and submits postseason SEC and NCAA bid materials for assigned sports, and completes post-event financial reconciliation reports. The coordinator may assist with other on-campus NCAA and SEC Championships as assigned by the Assistant AD of Event Management.

The position works with outside constituents on campus and in the community to coordinate event services, and supports the Manager of External Events with external events held in athletic facilities. A commitment to NCAA, Southeastern Conference, and University of Arkansas rules and regulations is essential. The position reports to the Assistant AD of Event Management. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance and the ability to maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships are essential job duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, event operations, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience working in collegiate athletic event management at any level.
• Knowledge of Division I intercollegiate athletics administration.
• Knowledge of university policies and NCAA regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret, develop, and maintain an operational budget.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and supervise others.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed for events.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in sports management or a related field.
• At least one year of Division I athletic event management experience.
• Experience with Division I track and field event management.
• Experience delivering a high level of customer service.
• Experience developing and implementing policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, communicate, implement, and provide on-site management for assigned regular and postseason athletic events.
• Assist with Football game operations as assigned.
• Complete and submit postseason SEC and NCAA bid materials for assigned sports.
• Complete post-event financial reconciliation reports.
• Assist with on-campus NCAA and SEC Championships as assigned by the Assistant AD of Event Management.
• Coordinate event services with outside constituents on campus and in the community.
• Support the Manager of External Events with external events held in athletic facilities.
• Follow NCAA, Southeastern Conference, and University of Arkansas rules and regulations.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance and collegial working relationships.

Benefits

• Health, dental, life, and disability insurance with university contributions.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5% to 10% of employee salary.
• Workplace culture promoting healthy work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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