Stadium Operations & Events Coordinator

Legends; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match up to 3%

Employer-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Legends at Soldier Field in Chicago seeks an Operations Coordinator to support day-to-day stadium operations, coordinating facility services, vendors, supplies, and event logistics for concerts, sports, and major events. You will work with the Operations team to ensure cleanliness, safety, and readiness for event days.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent and preferred stadium operations experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required; education in business, hospitality, facilities management, or related field preferred.
• Experience in stadium operations or facilities management preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with vendors, contractors, and internal departments.
• Detail-oriented with follow-through.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, holidays, and event days.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and submit East Lake timesheets and maintain accurate records.
• Schedule Republic Services in coordination with Jackie to support stadium waste and facility needs.
• Schedule Service Sanitation services in coordination with Jackie.
• Coordinate cleaning services, including Levy Lights and HVAC scheduling and related facility needs.
• Monitor inventory and order stadium supplies, including toilet paper, paper towels, soap, liners, cleaning supplies, and other operational supplies.
• Coordinate stadium flag maintenance and flying programs, including: Maintenance and replacement of flags. Coordination of the stadium flying program.
• Schedule recycling pickups in coordination with Jackie.
• Serve as the PixMob liaison, coordinating event-related needs and communication.
• Conduct and document daily walks of the stadium to identify maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and operational needs.
• Assist with concert signage, including coordinating placement, removal, and event-specific signage needs.
• Coordinate laundry services for overnight event flips, ensuring necessary items are cleaned and available for upcoming events.
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and operational needs for concerts, Bears games, Fire games, and other major events.
• Communicate with vendors, contractors, and internal departments to ensure services are completed on schedule.
• Track operational requests, follow up on outstanding items, and communicate issues to the appropriate Operations leadership.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and event-ready stadium environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Communication skills

Vendor coordination

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legends at Soldier Field in Chicago seeks an Operations Coordinator to support day-to-day stadium operations, coordinating facility services, vendors, supplies, and event logistics for concerts, sports, and major events. You will work with the Operations team to ensure cleanliness, safety, and readiness for event days.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent and preferred stadium operations experience.