Athletics Events & Marketing Coordinator - Part Time

Athletics Events & Marketing Coordinator - Part Time

Position Title: Athletics Events & Marketing Coordinator - Part Time

Job Category: Casual Wage

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Division: Athletics

Department: Athletic Communications

Hiring Wage/Salary: $18.50/hr

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume. Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore. This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Accountabilities: The events & marketing coordinator will assist with game day operations, development and implementation of athletics marketing plan, community event planning, group ticket sales, and corporate sponsorships.

Game Day Events/Operations Responsibilities (85%):

• Serve as a member of the event management staff
• Serve as the home event manager for select Colgate sports
• Assist in set-up and break down of home events
• Assist in managing facilities upkeep and scheduling
• Other duties as assigned.

Marketing Responsibilities (15%):

• Assists to develop, direct, and enhance in-game promotions
• Assists with implementing marketing initiatives to increase attendance through local community outreach
• Assist with group ticket sales
• Assist with social media campaigns

Professional Experience/Qualifications:

• One (1) year of relevant event management and/or marketing experience
• Ability to work outside typical business hours including nights, weekends, and holidays Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, reach, twist, and lift up to 50 pounds
• A passion for Intercollegiate Athletics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in Event Management and/or Marketing preferred
• Organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills
• Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one time
  
• Proficient with computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite)

Education: Bachelors degree is preferred. Will also consider a combination of education and equivalent work experience, as well as college/university college internship credit program.

Other Information: A current valid drivers license, in accordance with the Universitys Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, is required.

Work Schedule: Start Date: September 2, 2025 End Date: May 31, 2026 Hours: 2530 hours per week

EEO Statement: The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.