Events Coordinator (Program Coordinator I)

Requisition ID: 2024-8074

of Openings: 2

Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Student Programs and Services Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: Executive Vice President Department: Admissions Advertised Salary: Minimum $44,000 commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits.

Overview The Utah State University Admissions Office seeks an energetic student-oriented individual to join our Events Team. The Event Coordinator (Program Coordinator I) will be primarily responsible for large scale recruitment events hosted on- and off-campus by the Admissions Office (attendance ranges from 300-1500 prospective students and their families). This position requires excellent interpersonal, logistical and organizational skills as the candidate will work with prospective students, parents, counselors, USU departments, vendors, venues and other community members.

Recruitment at USU is a team effort. The successful candidate will be instrumental in creating meaningful experiences with USU that impacts a student's decision to enroll. Event attendance increases the likelihood that a student chooses USU and is a crucial enrollment management indicator. This position will assess event metrics, explore ways to innovate, and build relationships among all USU campuses, departments and colleges. The candidate must be a self-starter, work well both independently and in a team.

This position allows for flexibility in the work schedule and can accommodate slight variations to traditional business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. This position is eligible for hybrid remote work within the state of Utah

Responsibilities As a member of the Events Team, this position may be responsible for the following programs hosted by the Admissions Office. To learn more about these programs, please visit the Events website.

• Utah State University Leadership Conference
• True Blue Days
• Open Houses
• Next Step Nights
• Campus Tours
• Group Tours
• Community Outreach This includes conception, planning and execution of the events as well as coordination with staff and students across campus. The successful candidate is prepared to train students and staff on how to assist at events as well as manage budgets ranging from $10,000 to $350,000. The Event Programmer will act as a liaison to other departments and community partners. Adept logistical and project management is key as event attendance ranges from 300-1500 prospective students as well as 150+ university staff. This involves arranging travel, food, lodging, venues and transportation inside and outside of Utah. The events will be supported by the Ambassador Program and this candidate will work directly with current USU students by training them and enforcing expectations. These events and activities all advance our mission of recruitment and helping prospective students find their best fit at USU.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree plus two years of related work experience; or a bachelors degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education plus experience is required. Preferred... For full info follow application link.

USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).