Coordinator of Athletics Facilities
Role Overview
• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more .
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Position Summary
- Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
- Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
- Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more .
Duties And Responsibilities
- Assist in managing all duties for Villanova Athletics events, special events and outside events, as assigned.
- Serve as primary contact for game day management for sports, as assigned. Complete and distribute Olympic sport event manuals for all assigned sports.
- Communicate with visiting teams to schedule practice times, arrival/parking procedures, locker room availability, etc.
- Hire, train, and supervise all associated student staff and game-day event staff.
- Serves as liaison to assigned campus operating units who require athletic facilities or are involved in athletic department events:
- Serve as primary contact and responsible for managing annual campus events, as assigned.
- Assist with event management for men’s and women’s Basketball, Football, Commencement, Big East Championships, and other larger events held in Athletics facilities.
- Assist with the scheduling of Athletics facilities.
- Responsible for various setups and breakdowns for events including but not limited to setting up tables and chairs, staging, carrying equipment, and monitoring for cleanliness,
- Assist with project management on various facility maintenance, renovation, and / or construction projects.
- Responsible for the building management and maintenance of Athletics facilities as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant professional field (e.g. Sport Management, Business Administration or related discipline).
- 0-2 years experience in athletics administration, preferably with exposure to facilities and events management.
- Ability to manage multiple projects under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment/
- Strong organizational and verbal/written communication skillls.
- Collaborative team player with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Detail-oriented and proactive problem solver.
- Familiarity with how collegiate athletics events operate, including basic game flow and facility needs.
- Awareness of safety expectations, crowd considerations, and general event-readiness standards.
- Understanding of University policies and basic guidelines that apply to athletics spaces and events.
- General understanding of how campus partners (Facilities, Public Safety, Custodial, Parking) support operations.
- Proficiency with personal computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, database, on-line work order systems).
- Professional work environment with significant night and weekend hours.
- Strong integrity and character who shares a commitment for knowing and complying with NCAA , Conference, and University rules.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Sport Administration or related field.
- Two to three years of experience in athletics administration or intercollegiate sports management.
- Experience in a managerial or leadership role directing students and/or graduate extern.
Physical Requirements And And Or Unusual Work Hours
- Utility carts, grounds equipment, etc..
- Professional office and athletic venue settings.
- Significant evening, weekend, and holiday hours required to support Athletics schedules.
- Physical requirements include lifting, carrying, and setting up equipment; standing for extended periods during events; and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
About Villanova University
A private Catholic research university.
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