External Operations Coordinator

NAIA National Champion Hope International; Lewiston, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

LC State invites applications for the External Operations Coordinator, overseeing external administrative processes tied to revenue generation and fan experience for the Athletics Department.

The role includes managing ticketing operations and event admissions for the Athletics Department and for LC State as host of the NAIA World Series, with focus on attendance growth and financial sustainability.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in athletic ticketing, event operations, or sales.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and ticketing systems (HomeTown).
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for events.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee external administrative processes related to revenue generation.
• Enhance fan experience, increase athletic event attendance, and support financial sustainability.
• Oversee all ticketing operations and event admissions for the Athletics Department and NAIA World Series host.
• Support recruitment and retention of students.

Skills

Ticketing experience

Event operations

Sales experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

HomeTown

Job description

LC State invites applications for the position of External Operations Coordinator.

Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $49,754

Degree Required:Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Business, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in athletic ticketing, event operations, or sales
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and ticketing systems (HomeTown)
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for events
• Must have a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience at the collegiate or NAIA levels
• Knowledge of athletic department revenue structures and fundraising practices
• Familiarity with hosting championship-level events (e.g. NAIA World Series)

Responsibilities:

The External Operations Coordinator oversees all aspects of external administrative processes related to revenue generation. The position plays a critical part in enhancing the fan experience, increasing athletic event attendance, and supporting the department’s financial sustainability.

This role also oversees all aspects of ticketing operations and event admissions for the Athletics Department and for the institution as the host of the NAIA World Series.

The ideal candidate is passionate about college athletics, detail-oriented, and experienced in event management and sales operations.

Additional duties include direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students.

This position is open until filled. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check and may also be subject to an education verification. LC State is an EEO/VETS employer.

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