Operations Specialist - Events & Visitation

Job Title:

Operations Specialist - Events & Visitation

Location:

Statesboro, Georgia

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands‑on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student‑centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

The Operations Specialist is a full‑time role based at Georgia Southern University's Statesboro campus, dedicated to facilitating event and visitation needs through on and off‑campus partnerships, budget management and providing remarkable customer service to campus guests. This position provides organization and administrative support to the Events and Visitation teams offering students a personalized and seamless experience. They represent the university at all recruitment events and provide informational sessions and tours as needed to prospective students and families.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Events and Visitation, the Administrative Specialist will consistently uphold the values of service, collaboration, and excellence advocated by the Division of Enrollment, Marketing, and Student Success.

• Works with the Coordinator of Visitation to coordinate details for daily tours
• Manages events’ budget and works with assistant to the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management in collecting and paying invoices
• Responsible for managing the Visitation email account and correctly routing inquiries to admissions/university staff
• Works with Associate Director of Events and Visitation to order event‑related supplies
• Provides excellent customer service while ensuring confidential information is secure
• Provides daily tours and info sessions as needed
• Assist with planning and coverage of external events as needed
• Communicates with on‑ and off‑campus facilities to reserve and prepare space for Admissions‑related events

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Two or more years of related work experience

• Bachelor's Degree

• Experience managing a budget and event planning

$18.11 - $22.20

This is a non‑exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as…