Special Events Support Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator I)

Position Summary

San Diego State University is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Special Events Support Coordinator to provide administrative, scheduling, equipment, vehicle, and billing support for the Special Events Unit. This role helps ensure events are properly staffed, equipped, documented, and coordinated to support successful public safety operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Special Event Scheduling, Coordination & Documentation
• Manage personnel schedules, assignments, vacancies, overtime records, and staffing adjustments for special events.
• Coordinate with event organizers and campus partners to gather event details, communicate changes, and ensure planning information is complete and timely.
• Maintain event calendars, rosters, briefing reports, operations plans, and other documentation needed to support event operations.
• Special Events Equipment & Inventory
• Coordinate the preparation, distribution, tracking, collection, and breakdown of equipment and supplies for special events.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure equipment is organized, operational, and ready for deployment.
• Identify equipment issues and recommend repairs, replacements, or purchases based on operational needs.
• Special Event Vehicle Coordination
• Coordinate fueling, cleaning, inspections, maintenance, and repairs to maintain Special Events Unit vehicle readiness.
• Prepare and deploy the Command Vehicle and associated equipment for designated events.
• Maintain vehicle records and provide on-site logistical support during special events.
• Special Event Billing Coordination
• Compile event details, staffing hours, overtime, and supporting documentation for accurate and timely billing.

Why Join Us?

• Support the coordination of special events across the SDSU campus.
• Work closely with public safety personnel, event organizers, and campus partners.
• Apply your scheduling, logistics, and organizational skills in a dynamic environment.
• Play an important role in keeping event operations organized and prepared.

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Position Information

• Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• 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.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

Safety and security is coordinated by University Police, through a force of 42 full-time sworn, 45 part-time police officers and 30 non-sworn support employees. Our police officers are graduates of a California Peace Officers Standards Training Academy with full arrest powers throughout the state. They undergo continued training to improve their skills as well as first aid and CPR requirements.

University Police officers are armed. They conduct foot, vehicle and bicycle patrols on campus and in the adjacent community 24 hours a day, year-round. Officers are responsible for reporting and investigating crimes and traffic accidents, enforcing state laws and local ordinances, responding to medical emergencies and all other incidents requiring police assistance. Additionally, our police officers provide law enforcement services to over 200 special events each year.

For more information regarding the University Police Department, click here.

Education and Experience

Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.

These entry qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience.

Key Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing assignments and manage multiple special events simultaneously.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing staffing, scheduling, and operational needs.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy when maintaining schedules, overtime records, rosters, billing information, inventories, and event documentation.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat/PDF applications.
• Ability to learn and effectively use specialized scheduling and administrative systems, including departmental scheduling software and databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with department personnel, event organizers, campus partners, and outside stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment within established policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, track multiple deadlines, and follow assignments through to completion.
• Ability to handle sensitive personnel, operational, and financial information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced public safety environment and remain organized during large-scale or time-sensitive events.

Licenses/Certifications Required

Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:

Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

• Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 1 ($4,047 per month) for qualified candidates.
• Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the CSUEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,047 - $5,896 per month (Step 1 – Step 20).
• Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

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.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

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.

Supplemental Information

Apply by October 18, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Sophia Faulk at srfaulk@sdsu.edu.