Position Title:
Coordinator of Athletic Operations
Location:
Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:
51300 - Ice Arena Operations
Advertised Salary:
$28.25-$32.08 Per Hour. See Job Summary for details on salary placement. Salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.).
Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans
Temporary/Continuing:
Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time:
Full-Time
Term of Position:
12 Month
At Will/Just Cause:
Just Cause
Summary of Position:
Coordinate oversight of athletic event operations, including varsity game operations, athletic camps, and special events in conjunction with athletic facilities. Primary contact for all Athletic Facility scheduling, as well as overall responsibility for scheduling software and reservation processes. Serve as secondary contact for athletics with the University’s physical plant operation for athletic projects and facility maintenance issues, as well as other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Event Operations.
Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, experience, and internal pay equity considerations. The salary range for this position is $28.25 - $32.08 per hour. This is a non-exempt position.
Placement within the range will generally be based on the following factors:
Entry-Range: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and core requirements of the position.
Mid-Range: Candidates with three or more years of directly related professional experience and demonstrated proficiency in the key responsibilities of the role.
Top-Step: Candidates with seven or more years of directly related experience, advanced knowledge, specialized skills, certifications, or expertise that provide significant value to the position.
Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's overall qualifications, experience, and alignment with the University's compensation philosophy.
The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F1 EAD’s, OPT, H1B, etc.
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree or at least two years of college, and currently working on completing a Bachelor's Degree.
Required Work Experience:
Minimum: Two years of athletic events, camps, and/or athletic facility management experience. Revenue generation experience
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:
- Bending
- Carrying
- Moving
- Reaching
- Sitting
- Twisting
- Driving
- Lifting
- Pulling/Pushing
- Repetitive movement
- Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Provide oversight of event/game management responsibilities in concert with the Assistant AD for Facilities and Event Ops.
2. Serve as the department’s primary liaison with campus & community partners for special events & projects.
3. Work in conjunction with athletic coaches and other university staff to plan, coordinate, market, and stage university-sponsored sports camps.
4. Assist the Manager for Athletic Facilities on all Physical Plant & IT work orders and project coordination.
5. Serve as athletic department liaison to NCAA, GLIAC, CCHA, MHSAA, and outside groups for all special event bids and hosting opportunities.
6. Responsible for oversight of facility scheduling of non-ice facilities and creating and maintaining a positive environment between all campus & community user groups.
7. Provide scheduling and revenue-producing oversight in billing and accounts receivable, where all non-ice athletic facility rental income is concerned.
8. Develop, supervise, and implement an internship program for operations & facilities.
9. Provide statistical analyses and prepare reports.
10. Assist as needed with facility management, athletic ticketing, and overall event operations, including facility tournament administration.
11. Assist the Athletics Office Manager with maintaining accurate and complete financial accounts, as well as the preparation of budget reports.
12. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
13. Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
14. Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
15. Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities. Will authorize, pursuant to university policies and procedures, a driving record check, and will meet the driving authorization requirements through the course of employment in a position where you are authorized to drive a vehicle as part of our duties
16. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Represent Ferris State athletics by serving on various committees and/or attending meetings at the request of the Athletic Director and the Assistant AD for Facilities & Operations.
2. Assist in the coordination of athletic camp payroll, employment processes, and submission of all necessary camp personnel forms and paperwork.
Skills and Abilities:
Job requires excellent organizational & communication skills (both written and oral), the ability to effectively manage staff in event operations, facilities management, and athletic camp settings, and the ability to provide solid customer service to diverse constituents and user groups. Must be proactive and able to work collaboratively with multiple user groups, demonstrating confidence and knowledge of how events and facilities operate. Must be able to work varied hours, which include weekends, nights, and travel when required.
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript 1
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of a Bachelor's degree or progress towards a Bachelor's degree.
Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, and degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript.
Initial Application Review Date:
June 29, 2026
Open Until Position is Filled?:
Yes
EEO Statement:
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
