Event Coordinator - Oklahoma State University : Job Details

Position Details

Req ID:

req18903

Position Title:

Event Coordinator

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

AS6810

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Career Services

Location Address:

360 Student Union

Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078

United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Alicia Low, Manager of Operations, OSU Career Services

Hiring Range

(Contingent upon available funding):

21.06 - 26.39, Hourly

Work Schedule:

M-F, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Occasional Nights and Weekends

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Develop, plan, manage and analyze Career Services events aimed at enhancing career readiness and professional development for OSU students. This role is essential for fostering relationships between students, employers, alumni, and faculty, supporting Career Services' mission to prepare students for successful careers. The coordinator will develop, recommend, and manage the events budgets, ensuring prudency and stewardship. Lead special projects and assist with other Career Services tasks as requested. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation.

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with occasional evening and weekend work, especially as major events draw near. Attendance typically required for evening and weekend events.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a resume, a cover letter, and 3 professional references for consideration.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

High School/GED

Three years related work experience in planning, production, and management of events or equivalent of demonstrated project management, time management, and organizational skills within a business/office setting.

Post-secondary education may substitute for experience

Fiscal and budget management knowledge and experience, including the ability to prepare, manage, and monitor event budgets. Must possess computer skills - primarily Microsoft Office, database systems, and ability to learn new software. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, lead others to a common goal, and build positive relationships with vendors, peers, and partners.

Some physical activity required. Must be able to lift 40 lbs on occasion.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Five years of experience planning meetings and events.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.