Football Operations Coordinator (Athletics Administration Professional I)

The Football Operations Coordinator provides operational, administrative, technical, and analytical support for the San Diego State University football program under the general supervision of the Assistant AD, Chief of Staff. The position assists with coordinating football team travel, travel arrangements, expense processing, training table operations, and preseason and postseason travel activities. The incumbent also serves as a business-related liaison with campus departments, student-athletes, coaches, families, and external vendors to support the day-to-day operational needs of the football program while ensuring compliance with university, conference, and NCAA regulations.

• →Assist with coordinating team travel for home and away contests, including travel arrangements, itineraries, vendor coordination, and expense reimbursement processing.
• →Support the planning and execution of preseason training camp, postseason bowl travel, training table operations, and special football-related events.
• →Serve as a liaison with campus departments, vendors, football alumni, and external partners regarding operational and program needs.
• →Assist student-athletes with day-to-day operational needs, including housing, meal plans, financial aid questions, onboarding processes, and family communication.
• →Support communication efforts related to student-athletes, football families, alumni engagement, and program updates.

• Gain hands-on experience supporting Division I football operations within a dynamic collegiate athletics environment.
• Work closely with coaches, student-athletes, campus partners, alumni, and external vendors while developing operational and administrative skills.
• Build experience in event coordination, travel operations, student-athlete support, and NCAA-related athletics administration.
• Contribute to a department committed to diversity, inclusion, and student-athlete success.
• Join a collaborative athletics program that values service, professionalism, and operational excellence.

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• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment. 
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. (Ability to work evenings and weekends)
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University.  Currently, there are 18 sport programs, approximately 550 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department.  The offices include the following:  The Aztec Club, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, Corporate Sales, Development, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video.

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Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Relevant education and/or experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities listed below may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

• At least six months to one-year of experience in NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics, professional sport(s), or a Facilities and Operations office.  
• Experience in training and leading student workers.
• Experience staging football and basketball events and serving as the game day manager for various sports. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions in a timely and professional manner.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule athletic activities. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to effectively utilize Windows based applications including Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Outlook, and Astra. 
• Must possess fiscal responsibility and ability to interpret budgets.

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

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• Valid California driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.