Event and Outreach Coordinator

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Title Event and Outreach Coordinator

Requisition Number S02471P

Position Category Staff

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

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Exempt

This position focuses on fostering engagement among students, faculty, staff, and in some instances, local communities through events that support academic success, community building, and institutional goals. Events may include student-oriented activities, division gatherings, and outreach events. This position could also provide support for major university events (which might include commencement). This role requires strong organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to collaborate across departments and with community partners to ensure seamless event delivery that aligns with the university’s mission of access and excellence.

Ability to engage with and lead staff and volunteers at events is required.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Two years of experience in event planning, coordination, or outreach in a higher education, nonprofit, or similar setting.

Preferred:

• Degree in event management, communications, or a related field.
• Familiarity with social media and digital marketing tools to create engaging promotional campaigns for events.
• Experience coordinating large-scale events in a university environment.
• Strong knowledge of accessibility standards

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check? Yes

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

09/09/2026

09/23/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU , we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $50,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package
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Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

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