Overview
Sport Operations Coordinator Jobs in Athens, GA at Ohio University
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To apply, please complete the online quick application and attach the required documents. For references, please provide names, addresses and current contact information for 3 professional references. Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and continue until a successful candidate is identified; for full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m., on July 16 , 2026.
Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.
Position Information
Business Title
Sport Operations Coordinator
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete the online quick application and attach the required documents. For references, please provide names, addresses and current contact information for 3 professional references. Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and continue until a successful candidate is identified; for full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m., on July 16 , 2026.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number
2016428T
Department Summary
This position coordinates the Department of Athletics internal operational areas and all home athletics competitions, events and team practices including, but not limited to, preparation and event management. Organize and coordinate facility setup and provide day-to-day support for all 16 varsity teams.
1. Coordinate with the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Operations the day-to-day operations for all 16 varsity teams, with a focus primarily on Olympic sports. Collaborate with staff and coaches to coordinate and execute administrative tasks while following university and departmental policies, NCAA and Mid-American Conference bylaws and regulations.
2. Manage necessary setup and conversion of facilities for practices, games and other events. Serve as gameday administrator for Olympic sports, coordinating details for home athletics contests to include: ensuring officials are scheduled for all events, locker room assignments and parking for teams and officials. Provide gameday operational guides for distribution for all visiting teams and officials. Assist with home football, basketball, championships and postseason events.
3. Administer internal scheduling of athletics facilities and events. Collaborates with the Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Operations to coordinate external requests. Maintain facilities activities calendar, communicate effectively with coaches and support units, approve or deny facility requests for specific events and practices and arrange elements such as parking, staffing, and any other services that may be necessary.
4. Assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities with building and venue oversight, preseason preparations, repairs and emergency response coordination. Contributes to regular inspections and walkthroughs to determine facility needs, keeping in mind the priorities of student-athletes, coaches, support units, officials and visiting teams as a primary focus.
5. Interview, hire, train and supervise student staff. Delegate, oversee and manage workflow and assignments. Determine staffing needs and levels which include setup, event management, breakdown and cleanup assignments
Position Profile
Maintains athletic equipment and facilities. Duties may include keeping equipment inventory records, providing athletic uniform laundry service, monitoring equipment conditions, repairing equipment, and purchasing new equipment.
Level Summary
Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports.
Fiscal Responsibilities
May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives.
Problem Solving
Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance.
Independence of Action
Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Division I FBS experience.
Department
ICA Facilities Events
Pay Rate
Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials. The targeted salary for this position is $43,888 – $45,000.
Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package which includes medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, retirement plan with an employer contribution, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, parental leave program, vacation, and more.
Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits
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Pay Grade
15
Pay Range
$43,888.00-$62,459.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment
Employment Type
full-time regular
Job Family
Athletics
Job Sub Family
Equipment & Facilities
Job Level
IC3
Job Open Date
07/09/2026
Posting End Date
07/16/2026
Planning Unit
Intercollegiate Athletics
Work Schedule
Evenings and weekends will be required.
Months
12 month
Campus
Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40+ hours per week
Expected duration of assignment
on-going
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Trina Jones, [email protected]
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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Title: Sport Operations Coordinator
Company: Ohio University
Location: Athens, GA
