Events, Outreach, and Recruitment Coordinator

Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.
Position Information
Business Title
Events, Outreach, and Recruitment Coordinator
Applications Accepted From
University Wide, Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: Current resume, Cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.
This is an in-person position located on the Athens campus.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number
2016351T
Department Summary
The Events, Outreach, and Recruitment Coordinator directly supports the overall Career Services outreach and strategy. They will be responsible for the planning and execution of all Career Services events, including two large campus wide career fairs, a number of niche fairs and other professional development and networking opportunities for students and alumni. This role will coordinate logistics and create schedules for employer campus visits, oversee Career Services space reservations, manage the inventory of event materials and promotional materials, and create unique marketing plans to reach all Ohio University students, alumni and employers. This role also oversees Handshake operations, including the review of employers requesting to recruit at Ohio University, reviewing job submissions from recruiters, creating employer profiles, approving/declining requests, monitoring employer accounts, and/or editing employer roles on Handshake. In addition, the Coordinator will supervise a team of undergraduate students who provide customer service to students and employers, facilitate career closet appointments, and assist with event planning activities. Supervision includes overseeing the hiring, training and professional development of student supervisees and meeting one-on-one with students for supervision each week.
Position Profile
Plans and organizes campus events. Manages logistics such as facilities, tickets, concessions, caterers, vendors, event communications, and technical support for events. Works with speakers, vendors, and staff to ensure successful event execution. Manages communications across the event team, providing smooth and seamless event experiences.
Level Summary
Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May assist in mentoring or training new employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.
Problem Solving
Handles a variety of problems with some independence.
Independence of Action
Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Department
VP For Student Affairs
Pay Rate
The proposed salary range for this position is $44,592 to $74,196. The salary negotiated at the time of offer will be commensurate with education and experience while also considering internal equity. For more information on the pay structure and Pay Administration Guidelines please visit: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/compensation-pay
Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, retirement benefits, educational benefits for themselves AND qualified dependents, domestic partner benefits, PAID parental leave, adoption benefits, generous PAID time off, and access to professional development programs. More detailed plan information can be found at: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits
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Pay Grade
16
Pay Range
$44,592.00-$74,196.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment
Employment Type
full-time regular
Job Family
Event Management
Job Sub Family
Event Management Generalist
Job Level
IC2
Job Open Date
05/11/2026
Posting End Date
05/31/2026
Planning Unit
Vice President for Student Affairs
Work Schedule
Standard Work Days: Monday - Friday
Standard Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Months
12 month
Campus
Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40 hours per week
Expected duration of assignment
Indefinite
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Holly Seckinger, seckinge@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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