<p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. </li><li>Previous special event coordination experience, preferably in an Athletics environment. </li><li>Demonstrated excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills. </li><li>Ability to work nights, weekends and some holidays along with the ability to participate in athletic activities and events as they relate to event coordination, fundraising and development. </li><li>Experience in training and leading student and casual workers. </li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including ability to interpret basic financial spreadsheets. </li><li>Perform all job duties in accordance with NCAA, Conference and University rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines. </li></ul> <p>Desired Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Two years of special event coordination experience in an athletics environment. </li><li>Working knowledge of budget policies and procedures preferred. </li></ul> <p>All Qualifications</p> <p>Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.</p> <p>Position Details Position Purpose</p> <p>Oakland University Athletics is a Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. Our Athletics Department is looking for a highly organized, driven and detail-oriented individual to fill the position of Athletics Special Event Coordinator. Under the general direction of the Associate Athletic Director for Administration/SWA, the Athletics Special Events Coordinator provides support to the Athletic Department by coordinating Athletic Special Events and VIP/Donor Suites for Game Day Hospitality. This includes, but is not limited to, Hall of Honor, Black and Gold Awards, Golden Grizzlies Golf Classic, sport specific championships, VIP/Donor Suites for game-day hospitality for men's and women's basketball, oversee a staff of hosts and hostesses, assist in coordination of sport specific fundraising activities and events, and coordinate events with University Advancement.</p> <p>Job Open Date 04/23/2026 Job Close Date</p>