Event Coordinator

The Graduate School is seeking a part-time event coordinator. The event coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of Graduate School events including planning, execution, and evaluating impact. This person reports to the Assistant Director of Student Success and works collaboratively with all staff members of the Graduate School to coordinate events.

The Graduate School provides strategic leadership and vision to advance graduate education in directions consistent with university goals and priorities and the evolving role of graduate education in the 21st century. It formulates and implements a comprehensive and visionary strategy for graduate education that engages prospective and current graduate students from Kansas, alumni and community partners. It works collaboratively with academic units and other K-State partners to grow and develop innovative graduate programs and world class graduate education at K-State. In its pursuit of excellence, the Graduate School promotes diversity among students and faculty; programs that serve the needs of individuals, families and society; and research that confronts some of the world's most pressing problems.

The Graduate School is a partner in the university's goal to lead the nation as a next-generation land-grant university.

This position is on-site.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree. This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in event planning, hospitality, communications, public relations, or relevant field.
• Experience coordinating events within or supporting a collegiate or academic setting
• Experience planning and executing large-scale events
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Proactive and has ability to work independently
• Able to work collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology and computer programs (i.e. Microsoft Office software, Zoom)
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter addressing interest in the position and qualification for the job based on the position description.
2. Current Resume
3. Contact information for three professional references

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Hourly $ 20.30 - 25.87