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Working TitleStadium Events and Engagement Coordinator

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202501231AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$52,000 -- $55,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on09/23/2025

Description of Work Unit

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of NCAA Division I ( FBS ). The University is a current member of the Mountain West Conference and future member of the Pac-12 Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.

Position Summary

This position recruits, plans and manages non-athletic events at Canvas Stadium. This position supports the engagement and revenue goals established each year by the Department of Athletics.

This position assists with the supervision of hourly employees and freelancers. For the Engagement team, position leads the management of external stakeholders who are necessary or required for event operations such as local police/fire, ambulance services, catering services, and security services.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree

+ Demonstrated ability to work successfully with internal and external constituencies

+ Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and oral/written/electronic communication skills

+ Proven ability as self-starter and problem solver

+ Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

+ Proficiency with technology and social media to enhance efficiency

+ Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays

+ Excellent customer service skills

+ Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Prior event management experience and/or Certified Meeting Planner ( CMP ) certification preferred

+ Experience with audio visual and event rentals/vendors preferred

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryBudget Planning

Duty/Responsibility

+ Collaborate with Assistant Athletic Director for External Affairs to establish annual budget and revenue planning foreach fiscal year.

+ Oversee budget for Stadium events including but not limited to freelance staff needs, new equipment, equipment repairs, parking expenses, facilities management expenses and other unique requirements needed to support events.

+ Negotiate and execute written contracts with clients that will result in net revenue.

+ Manage all incoming revenue and invoicing for the stadium event department including revenue and expenses for over 300 non-athletic annual events, which includes over 30,000 annual event participants for non-athletic events.

+ Assist Assistant Athletic Director for Engagement in the promotion, marketing and selling of premium spaces to the public, corporations/businesses, civic organizations and

+ CSU

+ entities locally and regionally for Football and Basketball gamedays.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryEvent Sales, Planning and Scheduling

Duty/Responsibility

+ Lead the research, coordination, and management of outreach initiatives designed to promote Stadium Events opportunities at Canvas Stadium.

+ Assist with the event plan and schedule.

+ Collaborate with campus and community partners on marketing Stadium Events.

+ Collaborate with campus and community partners on operational plans and scheduling.

+ Attend various community, social and business events to research/attract potential clientele

Percentage Of Time30

Job Duty CategoryEvent Management and Coordination

Duty/Responsibility

+ Serve as the Event/Project Manager for events assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director of External Affairs.

+ Coordinate and manage all staff associated with the event.

+ Serve as the key contact for campus and community partners when serving as the event manager ( EMS , Police, Parking, Fire Safety, etc.)

+ Manage and execute each event when serving as the event manager.

+ Assist with supporting other events when not serving as the event manager.

Percentage Of Time35

Job Duty CategoryFootball Gameday Support

Duty/Responsibility

+ Assist Stadium Events and Development staff with working football game days.

+ Assignments as determined by the Assistant Athletic Director for External Affairs.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryMember of Engagement Team

Duty/Responsibility

+ Participate as a member of the Engagement unit and External Affairs department by attending staff meetings and collaborating on initiatives that serve the best interests of CSU Athletics

+ Manage, train, and coordinate hourly employees, interns, and volunteers for various roles within Marketing unit.

+ Coordinate freelance staff as deemed necessary and coordinate freelance payments with Business Office

+ Coordinate with Athletics Facilities Office and staff on daily basis regarding event schedule, building andequipment maintenance needs, and event staffing with internal and stakeholders.

+ Ensure compliance with all departmental, University, conference and NCAA procedures, rules and regulations

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

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EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you meet the minimum qualification of Bachelor's Degree?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Will you be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for this position?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Are you legally eligible to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

Optional Documents