Events Coordinator, Baylor Center Disability and Flourishing

A humblecollegefounded before Texas was a state,Baylornow stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey.

The survey, conducted by Modern Think, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

Baylor University is seeking an Events Coordinator in the Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing. The Events Coordinator plans and implements campus and community events that advance the mission and visibility of the Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role leads the planning and coordination of workshops, trainings, lectures, conferences, and community gatherings connected to the Center’s initiatives.

They work closely with Center staff and affiliated faculty to create engaging experiences that foster learning, collaboration, and community impact.

A bachelor's degree and two years of relevant work experience are required. Three years of relevant work experience is preferred.

A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

Additional required skills include:

• Project Management
• Relationship Building
• Adaptability
• Creativity
• Administrative Skills

This position is currently funded through December 2028, with the expectation of continuation beyond that date, contingent on future funding.

The Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing advances research, training, outreach, and clinical services that promote the flourishing of people with disabilities, their families, and communities. Through a growing portfolio of projects, partnerships, clinics, and events, the Center is committed to helping schools, churches, and communities foster belonging and support the full participation of people with disabilities. Named as one of Baylor’s Bold Pursuits, the Center is positioning the university to become a leading voice for interdisciplinary research, training, and leadership in disability and flourishing.

• Lead planning and implementation of conferences, workshops, lectures, and community events hosted by the Center
• Coordinate scheduling, venues, logistics, materials, and hospitality to ensure events are well organized and welcoming
• Coordinate event registrations, communications, technology needs, catering, travel arrangements for speakers, and on-site logistics
• Work with university offices and vendors to ensure events run smoothly
• Assist with facilitation, moderation, or coordination of event sessions as appropriate
• Work with Center leadership and faculty to ensure events align with programmatic goals and participant needs
• Support promotion of events through Center communication channels and partner networks
• Assist with participant communication, registration follow-up, and post-event…