National Hockey League (NHL)
Coordinator, Fan Events (Temporary)
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world, and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.
With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey.
At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone – and inclusion belongs on the ice, in the locker rooms, boardrooms and stands.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
SUMMARY
This Temporary Coordinator, Fan Events will assist the NHL Events Department with multiple tentpole fan festival events for the 2026-27 NHL Winter Season. This temporary position will begin September 2026 and conclude in February 2027.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Working directly with venue contacts to fulfill all contractual obligations
- Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with vendors, suppliers and industry contacts
- Supporting the planning and production of NHL Event Fan Festivals including: Attraction Development, Audio/Visual, Event Decor, F&B, Hospitality and Security
- Working directly with league partners, sponsors and agencies in order to execute on-site activations at NHL Outdoor Games
- Assisting in ensuring appropriate billing arrangements and invoice reconciliation post-event
- Other departmental related duties as assigned
Knowledge Areas/Experience
The ideal candidate possesses the following:
- Highly organized, creative and able to multi-task
- A good listener with the ability to clearly articulate policies and instructions
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, publicly visible, high pressure and deadline-oriented environment
- Ability to share ideas and develop effective responses
- Ability to maintain a positive team-oriented attitude within the department as well as with guests, vendors and fans
- Ability to work long hours, including weekends and holidays as well as travel to host event cities
- Must be able and willing to travel within the US and Canada
- College Degree required
- At least 1-2 years of experience coordinating public events, preferably in the sports & entertainment industry
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to lead with a results driven, "can do" attitude with a focus on client service satisfaction
- A positive, energetic attitude
- Willingness to learn, and excited to be part of a close team
- Must be able to exhibit quick thinking, and possesses problem solving skills on the fly
CORE COMPETENCIES
These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
- Accountability
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Inclusion
- Professionalism
- Teamwork & Collaboration
Job Questions:
This position will be based in our New York City Office. Are you willing and able to commute to our office for this position?
If you are not currently living in the tri-state area, are you willing and able to relocate at your own expense for this position?
Do you have the legal right to work in the United States?
Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue work in the United States?
What are your salary expectations for this role? (NOTE: We are NOT asking for your current salary or salary history)
How did you hear about this position? Where did you first see this role posted?
Do you have at least 1-2 years of experience coordinating public events, preferably in the sports & entertainment industry? If so, please tell us about the events you have coordinated.
On a scale from 1-5, rate your proficiency using Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint.
Are you willing to travel to NHL tentpole events (within the US and Canada) as well as work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary?
Are you able to work starting in September 2025 to February 2026?
