Athletic Event Coordinator I

Grand Canyon University (GCU) stands as one of Arizona's premier institutions of higher education, located in the vibrant Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. As a regionally accredited, private, non-denominational Christian university, GCU has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, student engagement, and community involvement. The university prides itself on providing a supportive learning environment where students can thrive academically, spiritually, and personally. Its commitment to innovation, inclusive culture, and comprehensive student services makes it a leading choice for individuals seeking a well-rounded higher education experience in a dynamic urban setting.

Within this enriching environment, the Event Services department at Grand Canyon University plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of various on-campus events that enrich campus life and promote student engagement. Currently, the department is looking for an Athletics Event Services Coordinator to join its team. This role is instrumental in managing the organizational and logistical aspects of athletics events and other campus gatherings to ensure that all participants, staff, and attendees have a positive and professionally managed experience.

The Athletics Event Services Coordinator will operate under the general guidance of the Department Head, tasked with supporting on-campus events by meticulously planning, coordinating, and executing activities and event details. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include pre-planning events, attending coordination meetings, managing logistics across multiple departments such as facilities, janitorial, food services, and more.

In addition, the coordinator ensures that venues are set up with all required equipment, including audio-visual gear, tables, chairs, and catering arrangements while also guaranteeing that special needs accommodations are met. Maintaining an inventory of supplies and scheduling student workers are also key responsibilities that fall under this role. The ability to manage event breakdowns and maintain clear communication with all involved parties is essential. This position requires reliability, flexibility to work varied schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and even overnight stays on campus during certain events.

Ideal candidates will preferably hold a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, promotions, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution and bring at least one year of experience in event planning, youth camps, promotions, or similar environments. Reliable transportation and the ability to pass a pre-employment background check are required. Experience using MS Office Suite tools is necessary, and while the role does not carry supervisory responsibilities, strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence in service delivery are essential.

Joining Grand Canyon University as an Athletics Event Services Coordinator offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the campus community by enhancing the overall event experience and supporting the university's mission of fostering academic and extracurricular excellence. It's an engaging position for individuals passionate about event coordination, athletic programming, and delivering quality services in a higher education context.