Athletics Special Event Coordinator

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title

Athletics Special Event Coordinator

Department

2836 - Athletics Administration

Position Number

988591

Requisition No.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title

Athletics Special Event Coordinator

Department

2836 - Athletics Administration

Position Number

988591

Requisition No.

S02294

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Up to $43,173 annually

Position Notes

Oakland University offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefit program including a comprehensive medical plan with low contribution amounts for our employees, dental and vision plans at no cost for our employees, generous paid time off plans, a generous University contribution to our 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance for our employees and dependents, free access to our Campus Recreation Center and workout facilities, and flexible work schedules and wellness programs. These are current benefit levels subject to future changes. Oakland University offers a strong, University-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which has garnered national recognition as a top workplace for LGBTQ+ community members; national recognition as a safe workplace, and consistent top ranking for support services to U.S. Military veteran students.

Employee Group/Grade

AP Band L

Job Category

Administrative-Professional

Work Schedule

FT/Reg (40 hours)

Shift/Days

This is a full-time position. Ability to work nights, weekends and some holidays required.

First consideration will be given to those who apply by August 9, 2024.

Pay Schedule

Month

Number of Hrs./Wk.

40

Position Information

Position Information

| Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. - Previous special event coordination experience, preferably in an Athletics environment. - Demonstrated excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills. - Ability to work nights, weekends and some holidays along with the ability to participate in athletic activities and events as they relate to event coordination, fundraising and development. - Experience in training and leading student and casual workers. - Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including ability to interpret basic financial spreadsheets. - Perform all job duties in accordance with NCAA, Conference and University rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines. - Must possess a valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the University by the University’s insurance carrier. | | Desired Qualifications |
- Two years of special event coordination experience in an athletics environment. - Working knowledge of budget policies and procedures preferred. | | All Qualifications |
Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered. | | Position Details | | | Position Purpose |
Oakland University Athletics is a Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. Our Athletics Department is looking for a highly organized, driven and detail-oriented individual to fill the position of Athletics Special Event Coordinator. Under the general direction of the Associate Athletic Director for External Operations, the Athletics Special Events Coordinator provides support to the Athletic Department by coordinating Athletic Special Events and VIP/Donor Suites for Game Day Hospitality. This includes, but is not limited to, Hall of Honor, Black and Gold Awards, Golden Grizzlies Golf Classic, sport specific championships, VIP/Donor Suites for game-day hospitality for men’s and women’s basketball, oversee a staff of hosts and hostesses, assist in coordination of sport specific fundraising activities and events, and coordinate events with University Advancement.

| | Job Open Date | 07/26/2024 | | Job Close Date | |

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently a member of the Oakland University Administrative-Professional Group?

   • Yes
   • No
   • No Response

2. * Do you have personal contact with any high school (individual in 9th grade or above), prep school, community college or four-year college or university prospective student-athlete who could attend Oakland University? With the prospective student-athlete’s parents and/or legal guardians? With the prospective student-athlete’s coaches? If you answered yes to any portion of this question, who is the prospective student-athlete, who is your contact, and what school does the prospective student-athlete attend?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Do you know any student-athlete(s) on any Oakland University intercollegiate athletic team? If you answered yes, which student-athlete(s) do you know?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Can you direct others to have personal contact with any high school (individual in 9th grade or above), prep school, community college or four-year college or university prospective student-athlete who could attend Oakland University? With the prospective student-athlete’s parents and/or legal guardians? With the prospective student-athlete’s coaches? If you answered yes to any portion of this question, who is the prospective student-athlete, who is your contact and what school does the prospective student-athlete attend?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume Optional Documents

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