Events Manager Jobs in Augusta, GA (NOW HIRING)

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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
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Location
Augusta University-
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
The Coordinator of Student Involvement (Student Union) is responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing a comprehensive campus activities program that enhances student engagement, fosters a sense of belonging, and supports the overall student experience. This role provides direct oversight of campus-wide events, student programming initiatives, and student staff, while advising the student programming board (the Jaguar Production Crew). The coordinator collaborates with campus partners to deliver high-impact events, manages logistics and budgets, supports marketing and outreach efforts, and ensures programs align with institutional goals, student engagement priorities, and best practices in student affairs.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
OVERSEE THE RECRUITMENT, ONBOARDING, AND TRAINING: Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and training of student employees for the Jaguar Production Crew. Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and develop 30+ student assistants and event staff to efficiently run the Jaguar Production Crew. Develop and implement a strategic recruitment plan to attract a well-rounded and high-performing student staff aligned with campus programming needs. Coordinate and manage the full hiring process, including application review, interviews, selection, and hiring documentation. Design and facilitate a comprehensive onboarding experience that introduces staff to departmental expectations, policies, and campus resources. Create and maintain a structured training curriculum focused on event operations, customer service, leadership development, and risk management. Lead ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance staff skills in event execution, teamwork, and problem-solving. Establish clear roles, expectations, and accountability measures for all Crew members and student leaders. Foster a positive team culture that promotes engagement, responsibility, and pride in supporting campus events.
PLAN AND IMPLEMENT CAMPUS-WIDE EVENTS: Plan and implement campus-wide events, including signature programs such as Homecoming Week and Student Appreciation Day. Lead the comprehensive planning and execution of large-scale campus events, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and student engagement priorities. Create engaging and memorable experiences that foster campus pride and belonging. Develop detailed event timelines, production plans, and operational checklists to ensure seamless implementation. Collaborate with campus partners, departments, and student organizations to enhance programming scope and cross-campus involvement. Manage event budgets, including forecasting and purchasing, ensuring responsible use of student activity fees. Oversee marketing and promotional strategies in partnership with Communications and Marketing to maximize student awareness and attendance. Ensure compliance with university policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
MONITOR AND ENSURE OVERALL INVENTORY, SAFETY, AND FUNCTIONALITY: Monitor and ensure the overall inventory, safety, and functionality of the student center facility. Coordinate with maintenance and custodial staff to address facility issues. Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify and address any areas needing improvement or repair. Ensure all audio/visual equipment is in good standing order. Ensure all event service equipment and student center furniture is in good standing order. Regularly monitor all event services inventory for the student center through the tracking system. Generate reports on facility usage, event outcomes, and student-employee performance. Incorporate assessment strategies (attendance tracking, feedback surveys, engagement metrics) to evaluate program effectiveness. Utilize data to continuously improve event quality, student participation, and overall campus impact.
OTHER : Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of work experience in either event planning, education, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Experience in organizing, coordinating, and executing events.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical abilities to perform all job duties.
Ability to supervise student staff.
Ability to collaborate and develop partnerships with various university departments, faculty, and staff and student organizations.
Ability to easily relate with people and project a feeling of confidence and competence, and handle stressful situations with ease and in a most professional manner.
Willingness to adjust personal schedule to the needs of the student programming board.
Demonstrated commitment to the practice of open and effective communication with students, faculty, and staff to
build and maintain collaborative relationships.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B7
Salary: $43,888/annually-$45,000/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
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