Athletics Projects & Events Coordinator

Triton College; River Grove (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Triton College in River Grove, IL seeks a Coordinator for Special Projects - Athletics to manage and implement initiatives within the Athletics Department. The role supports events, facilities, partnerships, and compliance, requiring strong organization and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree with preference for a bachelor’s, plus at least two years in athletics.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree; Bachelor's degree preferred in sports management, education, or related field.
• Minimum two years of experience in an athletics department or athletic organization.
• Knowledge of NJCAA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as on-site liaison between renter/athletic team and Athletics staff during events.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing athletic events, tournaments, and departmental initiatives (scheduling, logistics, staffing, equipment).
• Perform routine word processing, data processing, data entry, database management, scheduling systems, and spreadsheets.
• Maintain athletic compliance records and documentation (eligibility, forms, certifications) to support NJCAA/college rules.
• Set up and/or operate scoreboard and PA systems.
• Supervise and train Athletic Event workers and student workers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Database management

Job description

Triton College in River Grove, IL seeks a Coordinator for Special Projects - Athletics to manage and implement initiatives within the Athletics Department. The role supports events, facilities, partnerships, and compliance, requiring strong organization and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree with preference for a bachelor’s, plus at least two years in athletics.