Communications & Events Coordinator, Commencement
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Job Overview
The Communications & Events Coordinator helps plan and manage various events and supports different communication initiatives and projects for the Commencement office.
Essential Functions
• Assist in the planning and execution of a variety of campus ceremonies and events.
• Manage and schedule event requests through scheduling software.
• Create social media content and schedule posts.
• Assist with developing digital content for the college/unit website.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, external agencies, and other university departments.
• Communicate with parents, families, students, faculty, staff, and leadership.
• Assist with the administration of assigned budgets.
• Perform related duties based on departmental needs.
• This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
One (1) year of experience in communications, event planning, and/or social media management.
Additional Qualifications Considered
• One (1) year or more of experience with commencement planning and execution.
• Experience with event scheduling and management.
• Experience planning for and managing events.
• Experience with social media.
• Strong writing skills.
• Detailed oriented.
• Ability to work independently.
Application Process Information
• Resume
• Cover Letter address to Melva Karnes.
• References: Two (2) professional and One (1) personal
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range of $40,738.32-$46,000 dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Communications & Events Coordinator, Commencement
Cincinnati, OH, US
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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