Event Coordinator - Athletics

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning.
Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.
Are you an energetic and detail oriented individual with a passion for athletics and campus events? Do you thrive in a fast-paced team environment and enjoy coordinating events that bring excitement and engagement to others? Grand Canyon University is seeking an event coordinator that will specialize in athletics events, club sports, campus rec, etc. As part of our fun and collaborative team, you'll have the opportunity to use your organizational and communications skills to assist planning departments with the execution of their events.
What you will do:

• Attend planning and organizing event meetings to obtain information, activities, and details for specific events
• Requesting and ensuring adequate student worker staff is scheduled for all phases of the event.
• Other duties as assigned
• Ensuring an adequate inventory of needed supplies.
• Preplan for upcoming events as necessary
• Ensure coordination of activities with other on-campus departments such as facilities, janitorial services, food services, etc.
• Breaking or tearing down event displays and set ups.
• Setting up the venue with displays, tables, chairs, audio-visual equipment, photography/video, catering, special needs accommodations, etc.
• Plan for and executes all logistical arrangements and maintains communications with appropriate staff regarding progress

What you will need:

• MS Office Suite
• Athletic/Sports event experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a discipline related to communications, marketing, promotions, or similar program from a regionally accredited institution.
• Must pass pre-employment background investigation.
• Must work varying schedules including evenings, holidays and weekends, and a willingness to stay overnight on campus during certain events.
• 1 year experience in a similar or related capacity including an overnight camp environment, youth camp, event planning, promotions, etc.

Why work at GCU:

• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program
• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
• Free on-site gyms on campus
• Free covered parking