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About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Student Event Coordinator. The Student Event Coordinator is responsible for developing and facilitating programs that enhance student involvement across the Dahlonega and extended campuses. Working closely with the Associate Director of Student Involvement, this position supports student organizations through event planning guidance, leadership development, and logistical coordination. Working closely with Facilities staff, Events & Venue Operations and other departments, the Student Events Coordinator ensures events comply with university policies and applicable laws while facilitating timely and accurate submission of all event-related requests. Although reporting within the Center for Student Engagement & Leadership, this role contributes to initiatives within the Center for Student Engagement & Leadership and beyond. Some evening and weekend work is required. The position serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) in accordance with federal guidelines.
Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.
As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.
If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.
Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with student leaders and registered student organizations to walk through events from concept to completion, providing comprehensive A-Z guidance on planning, logistics, risk management, budgeting, marketing, and implementation
• Assist CSEL with 25Live event scheduling, including reviewing and entering event requests, maximizing and coordinating space usage, ensuring accuracy of event details, and supporting student organizations and departmental staff in navigating the reservation process
• Contribute to the planning and execution of large scale campus events such as Weeks of Welcome programming, the Student Conference on Leadership, Nighthawks Fest, Nighthawk Kickoff, New/Transfer Student Orientation, Spirit Nights/Week, Fall/Spring festivals, concerts, virtual activities, and other event initiatives
• Develop and facilitate training workshops and one on one consultations to educate student organizations on how to properly plan, schedule, promote, and execute events in alignment with university policies and best practices
• Participate in committees and other duties as assigned as needed by the Center for Student Engagement & Leadership and the Division of Student Engagement and Success
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of student development theory. Must have the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with various campus groups including administration, faculty members, staff, and students.
• Excellent customer service, relationship building, strong organizational skills, interpersonal, organizational skills, time management, problem-solving, and oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work as a part of a team in a leadership role.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Travel may be local, or regional. This position requires flexible hours as well as some evening and weekend hours.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with student activities, event programming/planning, or student organization advisor.

Proposed Salary

• The proposed salary is: $19.72-$21.69 hour.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• This position requires security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education