Events Coordinator, Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing

Baylor University•Waco, TX

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About The Position

Baylor University is seeking an Events Coordinator for the Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing. The role plans and implements campus and community events that advance the Center’s mission and visibility, including workshops, trainings, lectures, conferences, and community gatherings. The coordinator works closely with Center staff, affiliated faculty, leadership, university offices, and vendors to create engaging experiences that foster learning, collaboration, and community impact. The position is currently funded through December 2028, with continuation beyond that date expected but contingent on future funding. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of one another. The Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing advances research, training, outreach, and clinical services to promote the flourishing of people with disabilities, their families, and communities. Its work includes projects, partnerships, clinics, and events that help schools, churches, and communities foster belonging and support the full participation of people with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant work experience; a combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of one another.
Project management skills.
Relationship-building skills.
Adaptability.
Creativity.
Administrative skills.
Current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Three years of relevant work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead planning and implementation of conferences, workshops, lectures, and community events hosted by the Center.
Coordinate scheduling, venues, logistics, materials, and hospitality to ensure events are well organized and welcoming.
Coordinate event registrations, communications, technology needs, catering, speaker travel arrangements, and on-site logistics.
Work with university offices and vendors to ensure events run smoothly.
Assist with facilitation, moderation, or coordination of event sessions as appropriate.
Work with Center leadership and faculty to ensure events align with programmatic goals and participant needs.
Support event promotion through Center communication channels and partner networks.
Assist with participant communication, registration follow-up, and post-event engagement.
Develop and coordinate event evaluation processes.
Collect feedback and assist Center leadership in assessing the impact and effectiveness of events and learning experiences.
Perform other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission.
Comply with university policies.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.