Join the Team.
Kansas City Current is home to the best-in-class training facility and the first stadium built for a women’s sport team. Our organization is committed to seeing the fullest potential of our athletes and of our city.
To foster our vision, we prioritize hiring and retaining world-class talent. We’re looking for talented individuals with diverse perspectives, skill sets, and backgrounds to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience. As leaders in women’s sports, we are excited to offer a variety of positions within our front office, stadium, and event settings. We provide opportunities for professional growth and development and invest in our employees through competitive pay, robust health care and wellness benefits, and employee resources and networking.
Who are we hiring?
The Coordinator, Venue Operations, will be responsible for supporting the daily operations and logistical needs of CPKC Stadium, with a focus on event conversions. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals looking to start their career in venue management and operations, with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event setups, crew coordination, and venue operations. The role involves working closely with the Event Operations team to ensure smooth event execution, proper labor deployment, and the efficient conversion of spaces before and after events.
What will you do?
- Assist in the coordination and execution of event setup and teardown processes.
- Coordinate with event teams (sales & operations), contractors, and vendors to ensure seamless operations.
- Support the conversion of venue spaces for different events (corporate, match day, etc.).
- Maintain and organize venue equipment and materials required for event setups and conversions.
- Ensure that safety protocols and venue guidelines are followed during event load-ins, setups, and tear-downs.
- Assist with the scheduling of venue staff and contractors, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Provide on-site event support, troubleshooting issues as they arise and communicating with internal teams.
- Document and maintain detailed records of event operations and post-event debriefs.
What do you need to succeed?
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree in event management, hospitality, or a related field is a plus.
- Prior experience in event operations or venue management is desirable but not required.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Comfortable working with diverse teams and vendors.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Special requirements of the Job:
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, inclusive of weekends, nights (event evenings & overnight operation shifts) and holidays.
- Ability to monitor company communications and respond to time-sensitive matters with senior executives.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and move around the venue for extended periods of time, often during events or facility setup and breakdown.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed for event setup, equipment management, or assisting with operational needs.
- Requires occasional bending, squatting, and reaching overhead to handle various tasks related to facility management, equipment, and event preparation.
- Must be capable of working in physically demanding environments, including navigating stairs, ramps, and elevated platforms during venue conversions.
- Ability to work outdoors continuously for extended periods of time in all weather conditions
We value diversity and seek world-class employees of all backgrounds. The Kansas City Current values diversity and is looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, we comply with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.
