Coordinator - Facilities, Events and Operations

Department:

The Facilities, Events & Operations Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, and execution of athletic events and daily facility operations for 16 Division I sports programs. This role works closely with internal staff, campus partners, and external vendors to ensure high-quality event execution, well-maintained facilities, and efficient operational support.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate scheduling, setup, and breakdown for internal and external events

• Serve as a liaison with campus partners and third-party vendors to support event and facility operations

• Manage gameday operations and event execution for assigned sports

• Support football gameday operations – including coordination of parking operations and key operational areas.

• Assist with daily facility management and operational improvements

• Assist in the planning and coordination of facility maintenance projects

• Manage unit onboarding processes

• Oversee facility access control systems and processes

• Assist with the training and supervision of part-time and student event staff

• Conduct weekly facility walkthroughs using standardized checklists

• Monitor and manage FMX work orders to ensure timely completion and effective communication

• Provide administrative and operational support across Facilities, Events & Operations as needed

• Coordinate and guide tours of Athletic Association Facilities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in sport management, business, or a related field and one (1) year of relevant professional experience

• Appropriate graduate coursework or master’s degree may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with flexible hours, including nights and weekends

• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, professionalism, and compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in facilities, events, or operations within intercollegiate athletics

• Experience supervising student staff or coordinating event personnel

• Familiarity with work order systems (e.g., FMX) and event operations planning

Due to the nature/scope of Athletics and Athletics events, position may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to stand / walk for extended periods of time and occasional travel.

As a staff member of UCF Athletics, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for customer service and knowing / complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program.

Salary:

Negotiable

Please note that UCF Athletics operates as a Direct Support Organization (DSO) of the University of Central Florida, with different payroll and benefits than university employees. If interested in positions with the university, please click Here to visit their website.

As a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the university. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as “Orlando's Hometown Team.”
 

UCF Athletics values our employees and working for us has its perks, including: 

• Benefit packages: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurances, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, and Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness initiatives: UCF Athletics is recognized by Cigna Healthcare with the silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for our commitment to employee well-being and vitality through our benefits offerings, wellness platform and programming
• Paid time off for applicable positions, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays  
• Retirement savings options   
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions   
• Tickets to UCF sporting events
• Education assistance   

To learn more about UCF and the Knights, visit our websites at ucf.edu and ucfknights.com.