Special Events Coordinator

University of Maryland • College Park, MD

1d • $68,000 - $72,000

About The Position

The Special Events Coordinator will be responsible for the planning and implementation of dozens of annual and ad hoc events hosted by the Department of Computer Science. As a member of the External Relations team, this position has primary responsibility for high-profile events including, but not limited to, Career Fairs, Research Day, Grad Visit Day, Graduation Reception, High School Programming Contest and Maryland Day. The Special Events Coordinator follows a customer-focused approach in assuming leadership or providing support, as appropriate, for Department events and other events in the Brendan Iribe Center. The Special Events Coordinator collaborates with other staff, faculty, or students in the Department and the University in a flexible manner depending on the nature of each event. Additional responsibilities include scheduling event space for the Iribe Center and external relations events on Google calendars, and other duties as assigned. This position is also responsible for giving tours of the Iribe Center to individuals or groups who may be interested in holding events in the building. This position will need to effectively manage relationships with campus colleagues, student leaders, volunteers, corporate partners, and external vendors. Must be willing to work evening and weekend hours as needed by the position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One (1) years of professional event coordination experience.
• Knowledge of event planning and production.
• Knowledge of marketing and social media.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of event coordination experience, preferably coordinating large scale events.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementation of dozens of annual and ad hoc events
• Assuming leadership or providing support for Department events and other events in the Brendan Iribe Center
• Collaborating with other staff, faculty, or students in the Department and the University
• Scheduling event space for the Iribe Center and external relations events on Google calendars
• Giving tours of the Iribe Center to individuals or groups
• Effectively manage relationships with campus colleagues, student leaders, volunteers, corporate partners, and external vendors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees