Athletics Business and Fiscal Operations Coordinator

Job Purpose Coordinate and provide support to the Wayne State University Athletics Department in the day-to-day workflows and business processes needed to support various business functions, athletic and rental facilities, and sport specific activities. In addition, provide support by applying financial, budgeting, and athletic business operations principles to support effective resource allocation and decision-making. This position reports to the Associate Director, Business Affairs – Athletics. Essential Functions Coordinate and provide support in the planning, development, and implementation of various athletic operation initiatives, facility rentals, and projects. Work with internal and external vendors, invoicing and contracting; process operational purchases and monitor operational budget; coordinate with coaches and sport coordinators on availability and delivery of equipment and supplies. Assist with analyzing operational spending patterns and supporting financial reporting processes related to NCAA Agreed Upon Procedures, athletic operations, and facility usage. Provide support with budget management and business operations functions including ticket sales, merchandise, camps, and team travel ensuring compliance with university, NCAA, and conference policies. Serve as resource and contact for business operations functions with an emphasis on compliance and financial controls. Support revenue tracking and financial performance analysis related to ticket sales, merchandise, and travel expenditures. Assist in coordination of weekly competitions, NCAA post-season and conference championship events, processing of NCAA conference officials, game guarantees, hosting activities, etc. Additionally, assist in expenditure analysis and forecasting activities to ensure alignment with sport specific goals and cost-efficiency. Coordinate and process personnel transactions of part-time hourly employees for various athletic activities including competitions, events, and facility rentals. Perform other related duties as assigned. WORK CONTEXT Job Reports to: Associate Director. Leadership Accountability: Implements operating plans. Supervisory Accountability: Supervises associates below supervisory level. Financial Accountability: Monitors expenditures. Customer Accountability: Interfaces with customers outside the S/C/D. Freedom to Act: Subject to general input from supervisor.