Event Coordinator, Stadium Operations

$50,000 - $55,000/Yr

NY Yankees or River Operating Company Inc

Full-time - Entry Level

About the position

The Events Coordinator for Stadium Operations at the New York Yankees will support the Executive Director of Stadium Planning & Special Projects and the Senior Manager of Stadium Operations in organizing and executing non-baseball events at the stadium. This role is crucial in ensuring that all logistical and functional aspects of events are managed effectively, contributing to the overall guest experience and maintaining the franchise's reputation for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the logistical and functional needs for assigned non-baseball events.
• Prepare event documents and communicate information to operations and support staff, including audio-visual, telecommunications, set-up, custodial, maintenance, security, and ticketing personnel.
• Be onsite for events as assigned, demonstrating continuous efforts to exceed guest expectations.
• Enforce Stadium policies and procedures throughout each event; identify and resolve problems with the Stadium Operations Manager on Duty.
• Maintain accurate and complete files, records, and other documents relating to assigned responsibilities, including inventory management.
• Assist in the management of external vendor load-in and load-outs during events.
• Track maintenance issues for events and problem-solve in real time for guest safety and premium guest experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 1-3+ years of experience in operations and event planning
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and prioritize quickly
• Ability to build and maintain rapport with service contractors, municipal emergency services, and all event staff
• Knowledge in determining and coordinating logistical needs for large events, preferably in a large sports stadium or event venue
• Proficiency with general office PC applications (i.e., word processing, TEAMS, Zoom, spreadsheets, databases)
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication, and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and adapt to change
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays in an outdoor stadium environment

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with trade unions
• Understanding of CAD and building code