Athletics Events & Operations Coordinator

Bucknell University; Lewisburg (Union County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, vision, &d

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Wellness program

Job summary

Bucknell University invites applications for a Coordinator of Operations and Events at the Kenneth Langone Athletics & Recreation Center. This role oversees event and game operations for regular season, postseason, and special events, coordinating with coaches, student-athletes, outside groups, and spectators.

This is a 12-month, non-exempt, on-campus position requiring night and weekend availability, with reporting to the Director, Operations & Events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum two years of related experience
• Ability to maintain current CPR and First Aid certification
• Must be proactive and able to work collaboratively with multiple user groups demonstrating confidence and knowledge of how events and facilities operate
• Excellent organizational & communication skills (both written and oral)

Responsibilities

• Event Management: Serve as event manager for Division I athletic competition and special events, including Patriot League and NCAA Championships, PIAA High School Championships, and other externally contracted events in athletic facilities
• Plan, schedule, supervise, and recap the operations of internal and external events ensuring efficient operation to maximize smooth conduct of all games for participants, officials, visiting institutions and fans
• Coordinate a wide range of areas across campus, including ticket operations, equipment, public safety, technology, sports medicine, and marketing event logistics
• Schedules event staffing with internal and external constituents through the University scheduling platform, including part time or Work Study facility staff
• Athletic Operations: Manages inventory, stocking and finances of fueling stations
• Assists senior staff with operational tasks including developing and managing Visiting Team Guides and practices scheduling
• Responsible for annual Emergency Action Plan updating and disbursement
• Non Essential Functions: The job's description listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive. Additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Job description

Bucknell University invites applications for a Coordinator of Operations and Events at the Kenneth Langone Athletics & Recreation Center. This role oversees event and game operations for regular season, postseason, and special events, coordinating with coaches, student-athletes, outside groups, and spectators.

This is a 12-month, non-exempt, on-campus position requiring night and weekend availability, with reporting to the Director, Operations & Events.