Coordinator of Athletic Event Operations & Special Projects

Position Title:

Coordinator of Athletic Event Operations & Special Projects

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

51600 - Gen Athletics

Advertised Salary:

$38,000.00 - $42,000.00. Salary commensurate with education, experiences, and other requirements.

Benefits:

Position Title:

Coordinator of Athletic Event Operations & Special Projects

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

51600 - Gen Athletics

Advertised Salary:

$38,000.00 - $42,000.00. Salary commensurate with education, experiences, and other requirements.

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans

FLSA:

Exempt

Temporary/Continuing:

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time:

Full-Time

Union Group:

N/A

Term of Position:

12 Month

At Will/Just Cause:

Just Cause

Summary of Position:

Coordinate oversight of event/game operations for athletics regular season, post-season, and special events. Serve as primary contact for athletics with University’s physical plant operation for athletic projects and facility maintenance issues and assist in the coordinator of all athletic facility scheduling.

Position Type:

Staff

Required Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or working on bachelors degree and 2 years experience with game operations or event management.

Required Work Experience:

Two years of athletic event and facility management experience. Job requires excellent organizational & communication skills (both written and oral), revenue generation experience, the ability to effectively manage staff in event operations and facilities management settings and provide solid customer service to diverse constituents and user groups. Must be proactive and able to work collaboratively with multiple user groups demonstrating confidence and knowledge of how events and facilities operate.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

Physical Demands:

• Bending
• Carrying
• Inclement Weather
• Moving
• Reaching
• Driving
• Lifting
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Provide oversight of event/game management responsibilities in concert with the Manager of Athletic Facilities and Athletic Camp Coordinator.
Serve as department’s primary liaison with campus & community partners for special events & special projects.
Assist Manager for Athletic Facilities on all Physical Plant & IT work orders and project coordination.
Responsible for oversight of facility scheduling of non-ice facilities and creating and maintaining a positive environment between all on and off campus user groups.
Provide scheduling and revenue producing oversight in billing and accounts receivables where all non-ice athletic facility rental income is concerned.
Serve as athletic department liaison to NCAA, GLIAC, WCHA, MHSAA and outside groups for all special event bids and hosting opportunities.
Develop, supervise, and implement internship program for operations & facilities.
Serve as the facility scheduling liaison to Athletic Camp Coordinator for Sports Camps.
Provide statistical analyses and prepare reports.
Additional duties and/or special projects as assigned by Athletic Director and Manager of Athletic Facilities.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:

Represent Ferris State Athletics by serving on various committees and/or attending meetings at the request of the Athletic Director and the Manager of Athletic Facilities.

Skills and Abilities:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Initial Application Review Date:

August 25, 2025

Open Until Position is Filled?:

Yes

Posting Close Date:

EEO Statement:

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

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