Student Event Coordinator

Job Title

Student Event Coordinator

UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular

Full-Time

300191

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.

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 .

• 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 25
  
  Live 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 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,…