Coordinator, Fan Events (Temporary)

About The National Hockey League

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.

Summary

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

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

Assistance with the coordination of event operations include, but not limited to:

• 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
  
  

Qualifications

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
  
  

Required

• 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
  
  

Education/Certifications

• College Degree required
• At least 1-2 years of experience coordinating public events, preferably in the sports & entertainment industry
  
  

Required Skills

• 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
  
  

SALARY RANGE:

$25 per hour

Actual base pay for a successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to: experience/training, market demands, and geographic location.

When applying, please be sure to include a cover letter with your salary expectations for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. NO EMAILS OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.