The Athletics Operations Coordinator will assist in providing support and administration within the Department of Athletics at Park University Gilbert. The Athletics Operations Coordinator will be responsible for campus wide marketing execution, student staff and game operations management, student engagement and retention, and general athletic administration.
Job Accountabilities
Facilities and Game Operation Coordination
Manage the hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and supervision of the Athletic Student Coordinators.
Provide supervision and staffing of athletic events and special events hosted by the Department, as well as staffing and supervising the Bucs Lounge, eSports Room, and Athletic Front Desk.
Create policy and procedure manual for work-study students.
Communicate our policies and procedures through initial orientation and ongoing training.
Develop and create master campus schedule based on needs in each area of the Department.
Assist with hosting visiting teams with event concerns and support.
Serve as a game-day administrator at home athletic events and primary point of contact for operational concerns at Arizona Athletic Grounds.
Student Engagement/Retention
Collaborates with institutional stakeholders to promote student engagement and retention programming.
Lead student-athlete community service initiatives in coordination with the Director of Athletics, Athletics Compliance Coordinator, Community Relationship Manager, Associate Vice President, and external organizations by planning and execution community service initiatives.
Collaborates with coaches and Department leadership to encourage student participation and attendance at athletic events.
Serves as liaison and advisor for Student-Athlete Council (SAC).
Responsible for oversight and management of SAC, including working with coaches on nomination of athletes and reporting on athlete participation in meetings and events.
Lead event coordinator for campus and departmental events.
Marketing/Sports Information
Manage the Park Buccaneers fan engagement App.
Assist with department social media and athletics website operations.
Develop marketing plans for promotional athletic events.
Support campus marketing efforts via collaboration with the University marketing teams.
Athletic Administration
Organize meetings, orientations, social functions, and award ceremonies for the Department.
Serve on the commencement committee and assist with the coordination and execution of the graduation ceremony.
Implement and manage processes for university vehicle operations including cleanliness, maintenance, and utilization by staff.
Responsible for oversight and management of the NAIA Champions of Character initiative, including managing the online scorecard through the NAIA website.
Other
Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required.
Previous supervision, leadership and event planning experience required.
Previous college athletics or student-life experience desired.
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, services ordering, and inventory control.
Must be able to use a computer and general software applications (i.e., Microsoft Office).
Ability to work with a diverse population and foster a cooperative environment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Must have the ability to achieve certification to drive for Park University.
Candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired for this position.
Physical Requirements
Requires prolonged sitting or standing. Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.
Must work indoors and outdoors year-round (office, practice/competition field environments).
Must work in noisy and crowded environments.
Park University provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and paid undergraduate tuition for employees and dependents. Park University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Qualified applicants must upload a resume and cover letter that includes salary requirements.