Events Services Coordinator for Colonial Life Arena

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Columbia, SC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Athletics, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Employee Benefits, Event Management, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Operational Support, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Provider Contracting, Public Safety, Sales, Scholarship, Security Monitoring, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
Today
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 and Additional Requirements:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Microsoft Office application knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the sport and entertainment field.

Additional Comments:

Job Close Date 08/10/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by August 10, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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