Event Management Coordinator

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette Athletics Department is seeking a qualified Event Management Coordinator. This position will report directly to the Associate AD of Athletics Events & Operations. This position is responsible for managing assigned home events and special events sponsored by Athletics and assisting in executing successful game-day initiatives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the designated event administrator for all assigned University Athletics home events or assist the Associate AD of Athletics Events & Operations in securing another Athletics staff member to fill that role when there are conflicting events.
• Oversee the staging and management of all home athletics events.
• Hire, train, and supervise the student workers/graduate assistants who assist with home event management in such areas as tickets, concessions, promotions, and game/meet operations
• Collaborate with Marketing and Advancement in executing promotions and sponsorships.
• Provides guidance and leadership to all staff to execute successful home games/meets and special events (such as conference and NCAA postseason contests).
• Be responsible for the implementation of University, Sun Belt Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations pertaining to game management activities.
• Serve as liaison for contracted event services, including but not limited to the Cajundome, University Police, and University Transportation Services.
• Work collaboratively with coaches and staff to schedule events.
• Coordinate all aspects of designing, ordering, and delivering event credentials.
• Coordinate with game-day officials to ensure their needs are met.
• Assist the Director of Facilities and Event Management with duties as needed.
• Disseminate necessary information to visiting teams concerning trip procedures (i.e. Guide for Visiting Teams, maps of campus).
• Support the educational mission of the University and the professional obligation to enhance intercollegiate athletics by providing opportunities to educate students interested in this field.
• Serve as designated LaCarte purchasing agent for event and facility management.
• Oversee the execution of University Athletics Contest Agreements.
• Provide broad based and specific experience to students through internship opportunities and student worker positions.
• Be committed to the compliance process and assist with rules-education.
• Serve as an ambassador of the University and its Athletics Department to all public entities.
• Other duties as may be assigned.