Athletics Events and Facilities Lead

About the role

The Athletics Events and Facilities Lead provides direction and operational coordination to two Assistant Event Managers and student event and facility staff. They plan, coordinate, and execute all Intercollegiate Athletics events, manage game-day operations, oversee setup and breakdown, and collaborate with campus partners.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and operational coordination to two Assistant Event Managers and student event and facility staff.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes all Intercollegiate Athletics events, including home competitions, special events, postseason tournaments, and external rental events.
• Manages game-day operations, including security, medical services, ticketing, parking, concessions, marketing, facility setup, and visiting team accommodations.
• Oversees the setup and breakdown of home athletic contests, visiting team practices, and additional athletic activities as needed.
• Collaborates closely with campus partners, Athletics Administration, and key support units to ensure successful event implementation while maintaining compliance with NCAA, Big West Conference, and CSUN policies and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Relevant education and/or experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities, may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• At least two years of experience working in Intercollegiate Athletics including experience supervising, hiring and training full, part time and student employees is preferred.
• Experience in hosting NCAA and Conference Post Season Championships is also a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of National, NCAA, and Conference rules and regulations, as well as best practices, principles, and procedures within athletics administration.
• Knowledge of building and facilities maintenance, safety and security.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to evaluate operational procedures and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and event operations.
• Basic knowledge of facility operations, sound equipment, Daktronics, scoreboards, and scorerite tables.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain First Aid, CPR certification.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more. Classification: 8183 / Athletics Admin Professional II / Grade 1. The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $4908 – $6606 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4908 - $7150 per month. HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends. This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position.

General Information

• Applications received through July 1, 2026, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.
• Equal Employment Opportunity CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy.