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Event Parking Coordinator

University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX, United States


Occasional nights, weekends, and holidays required during events.

Salary: commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Pay Basis: Monthly

Job Summary
The Event Parking Coordinator provides special events program support to the Parking and Transportation Services (PATS) department for the 1,200+ events and 500,000+ visitors to campus annually. Effectively plans and manages parking resources during events by ensuring that visitors, faculty, staff, and all event parking needs are met on the UT Arlington campus. Coordinates with vendors to ensure that technology platforms, payment solutions, and permit database processes work as efficiently and reliably as possible. Supervises in-person large‑scale events at UTA event venues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares, maintains, and updates the event parking request process and event calendar; serves as departmental liaison for all special events parking coordination.

Communicates with internal and external clients to ensure that the requested event parking achieves the best parking outcome.

Plans and communicates parking and transportation resources needed for special events, including for official visitors, small‑scale events, and large‑scale events.

Supervises full‑time, part‑time, and student personnel assigned to the event operations duties of the office of Parking and Transportation Services, including hiring, training, performance review, discipline and staff development.

Responsible for budget management including event estimates, processing, and collection of funds to maintain sound financial status.

Determines special event permit fees based on the requestor’s relation to the University; handles routine administrative tasks on a daily basis, including parking permit sales.

In certain situations, places proper parking equipment such as cones, chains, and barricades in requested spots at requested times.

Performs other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Two (2) years of experience coordinating or administering a program or equivalent experience.

Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Must have a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the state of Texas and possess an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a service or business related field.

Two (2) or more years working in a parking and transportation environment.

Knowledge of event parking logistics.

Knowledge of UTA campus parking.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent computer skills, professional demeanor, and attention to detail and customer service.

Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal communication skills.

Knowledge of general parking map, practices and procedures.

Ability to motivate subordinates, build teams and provide excellence in customer service both internal and external to the department.

Skill in analyzing and organizing information.

Skill in Microsoft Office including Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word.

Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships inside and outside the department at all levels.

Ability to provide leadership.

Strong interpersonal communication, conflict resolution and customer service skills.

Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.

Ability to evaluate and recommend improvements to operations.

Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.

Ability to effectively manage time.

Ability to handle a large volume of event‑related requests.

Ability to pass a thorough criminal background check.

Benefits
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the total value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:

https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. To be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA‑48. By assuming this position, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally‑protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

Resume or CV

Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents

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