Event Parking Operations Analyst

University of Virginia • VA

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About The Position

The University of Virginia’s Department of Parking and Transportation (P&T) seeks a dedicated and organized Event Parking Operations Specialist to support the logistics and execution of university events. This role is critical in ensuring smooth transportation and parking experiences during a wide variety of high-profile and routine events, including athletic games, Final Exercises (graduation), student move-in/move-out, conferences, workshops, and alumni gatherings. The successful candidate will support both on-site and administrative operations and must be comfortable working in a dynamic environment that includes both office and field assignments.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with event parking technologies such as mobile payment platforms, web-based registration tools, and variable messaging systems.
• Relevant experience or education in event operations, parking/mobility services, public administration, or business administration.

Responsibilities

• Support the Special Event Operations Coordinator in planning and delivering all P&T-managed events.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners for event planning, logistics, and follow-up.
• Utilize parking management systems to manage event requests, approvals, billing, and closure.
• Respond to public inquiries and concerns with professionalism and accuracy.
• Maintain clear documentation of event procedures and operational plans.
• Train part-time and student staff on event procedures, including the use of payment systems, signage, radios, and other equipment.
• Support continuous improvement of event parking operations.
• Use the parking and event management system to schedule, track, and document resources and activities.
• Support event planning through data entry, coordination, and communication with team members and event hosts.
• Assist with reporting and follow-up to ensure events are properly documented and closed out.
• Drive University vehicles across Grounds to inspect parking facilities, traffic conditions, and event setups.
• Transport, post, and remove event equipment including signs, barricades, and traffic cones.
• Staff event locations to assist with customer service, verify access credentials, and manage payment systems.
• Provide on-site coordination and communication with event staff to ensure smooth operations.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED