Coordinator, Facilities, Events and Operations

UCF Athletics - Event Operations

The Coordinator for Facilities, Events, and Operations supports the daily management and execution of facility operations and athletic events for 16 Division I sports programs. This role works closely with internal staff and external partners to ensure efficient event coordination, facility upkeep, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling, setup, and breakdown for internal and external events
• Serve as a liaison with third-party vendors and service providers
• Manage gameday operations and event execution for assigned sports
• Oversee parking operations for all football home games
• Develop and manage staff onboarding processes and facility access control systems
• Assist in planning and coordinating facility-related projects
• Conduct weekly facility walkthroughs using standardized checklists
• Monitor and manage FMX work orders to ensure timely completion

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• At least one (1) year of relevant professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in facilities, events, or operations within intercollegiate athletics
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, professionalism, and compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations

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 .