Event Management Coordinator

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Closing Date:

10/23/2026

Type of Position:

Conference and EventsNo

Job Type:

RegularShift Vary (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

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As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Event Management Support 2

Summary of Job Duties:

The Event Management Coordinator will serve a critical role in managing all assigned regular and post-season athletic events. Management includes coordination, communication, implementation and on-site management for each event. This position will also assist with game operations in Football as assigned. In addition, the Event Management Coordinator is responsible for completing and submitting all post-season bid materials (SEC, NCAA) in those sports, and completing the post-event financial reconciliation reports. They will also assist with other on-campus NCAA/SEC Championships as assigned by the Assistant AD of Event Management. The Event Management Coordinator will work with outside constituents on campus and within the community to coordinate event services. This position will also assist the Manager of External Events by supporting various external events held within athletic facilities. A commitment to the rules and regulations of the NCAA, the Southeastern Conference and the University of Arkansas is of critical importance.

A commitment to the rules and regulations of the NCAA, the Southeastern Conference and the University of Arkansas is essential. This position will report to the Assistant AD of Event Management.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in area of sports management, event operations or related field
• At least one year of experience working in collegiate athletic event management at any level

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate Degree in Sports Management or related field
• At least one year or more of Div. I athletic event management experience
• Experience with Div. I track and field event management
• Experience in delivering a high level of customer service
• Experience with developing and implementing policies and procedures

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Division I intercollegiate athletics administration
• Knowledge of university policies, NCAA regulations
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret, develop and maintain an operational budget
• Ability to manage multiple and concurrent tasks and supervise others
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed for events

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Commensurate with education and experienceResumeProof of Veteran StatusKrista Hoover, Senior HR Partner - Athletics, kristah@uark.edu, 479-575-4647

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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Constant Physical Activity:

Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Lifting, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Talking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes