Coordinator, Special Projects - Athletics

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

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Coordinator, Special Projects - Athletics

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Rate of pay is $22.20 per hour, maximum 28 hours per week
• Official transcripts required prior to employment (if applicable)
• Recommended candidate for hire will be subject to pre-employment screenings
• Triton College is an AA//EOE

Posting Summary

Posting Number

Posting Number S00648P

Position Title

Position Title Coordinator, Special Projects - Athletics

Position Type

Position Type Hourly

Department

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Athletics, the Special Projects Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the management, coordination, and implementation of special projects and initiatives within the Athletic Department. Such projects include, but are not limited to, athletic events, facility operations, department initiatives, community partnerships, compliance-related projects, and special programming.

The Special Projects Coordinator works closely with other departments within the college, as well as with outside organizations, agencies, and school districts. This position requires excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

• Education: Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred from an accredited institution, preferably in sports management, education, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of two years of experience working in an athletics department or athletic organization. Junior College experience is preferred.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with NJCAA rules and regulations.

• Act as on-site liaison between renter/athletic team and the Coordinator for Athletic Facilities and Special Events and/or Athletics Director during athletic events.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing athletic events, tournaments, special events, and departmental initiatives, including scheduling, logistics, staffing, equipment, and event operations.
• Perform routine duties using word processing, data processing, data entry, database management, scheduling systems, spreadsheets, and other computer systems and software.
• Assist with maintaining athletic compliance records and documentation, including student‑athlete eligibility, required forms, certifications, and other materials necessary to support compliance with NJCAA and College rules and regulations.
• Setup and/or operate scoreboard and PA systems.
• Supervise and assist with Athletic Event workers and Student workers training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/17/2026

Closing Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Rate of pay is $22.20 per hour, maximum 28 hours per week
• Official transcripts required prior to employment (if applicable)
• Recommended candidate for hire will be subject to pre-employment screenings
• Triton College is an AA// EOE

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Triton College reaffirms its commitment not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, age or any other basis which is protected by law in offering benefits, services, as well as educational and employment opportunities.