Events Services Coordinator for Colonial Life Arena

Events Services Coordinator

The University of South Carolina is seeking someone who is high-energy and thrives in fast-paced environments to serve as Events Services Coordinator for the iconic Colonial Life Arena (CLA) and Carolina Coliseum. This is an exciting opportunity to support operational excellence behind some of the region's premier live entertainment, athletic, and special event experiences. From sold-out concerts and championship athletics to campus and community events, this position will assist in delivering memorable experiences for every guest who enters our venues.

Key Responsibilities

• In conjunction with the Event Manager(s) and Staffing and Security Manager, you will assist in all aspects of the Events department at CLA.
• Coordinate front and back of the house staffing for events at CLA, interacting with contracted staffing providers and local first responder organizations to arrange for relevant event-related support
• You will oversee general adherence to best practices for event and nonevent security for the arena and its clients.
• With oversight of the Staffing and Security Manager, you will assist in coordinating training and staffing assignments for event staff, as well as assisting with building security and interacting with local public safety officials to ensure that events run safely and smoothly.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the sport and entertainment field. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.