Event Coordinator

The Opportunity:

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Event Coordinator works closely with the Events and Catering team on internal and external event programming. This position also serves as a liaison for the dean's office and other university departments that utilize our event services.

Responsibilities:

• Promote the Rosen College of Hospitality Management to internal and external audiences.

• Market the college services and engage the domestic and international community in the college's activities.

• Work closely with the Program Manager to plan all external and internal events.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in customer service, catering, event management, or related field.

• Previous experience supervising or leading projects, events, or similar teams.

• Proficiency in planning and hosting events and conferences of various sizes.

• Demonstrated commitment to customer service with the ability to foster and maintain relationships.

• Experience in Microsoft Suite, catering software, and event CAD software.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

• Proven experience prioritizing tasks with exceptional organizational skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This is an Auxiliary (AUX) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Schedule is based on events and business needs.

All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.ucf.edu/

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Working at UCF has its perks!  UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Department

Rosen College of Hospitality Management (RCHM)

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Hours may shift as per the needs of the department, college and UCF as directed by program manager and dean. Total hours per week will be 40.

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$48,722.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

02-04-2025-12-00-AM

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

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