Special Events Coordinator

Special Events Coordinator

The Department of Computer Science is top-ranked for research and teaching, with its undergraduate computer science program ranked 9th among public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The undergraduate program currently educates over 4,000 diverse students from around the world. The graduate program ranks 16th in the nation (9th among public institutions), with over 400 graduate students enrolled. Our faculty have been recognized with memberships in the National Academy of Engineering, fellowships in professional scientific organizations including ACM and IEEE, NSF Faculty Early Career Development awards and Sloan Fellowships.

The Special Events Coordinator will be responsible for the planning and implementation of dozens of annual and ad hoc events hosted by the Department of Computer Science. As a member of the External Relations team, this position has primary responsibility for high-profile events including, but not limited to, Career Fairs, Research Day, Grad Visit Day, Graduation Reception, High School Programming Contest and Maryland Day. The Special Events Coordinator follows a customer-focused approach in assuming leadership or providing support, as appropriate, for Department events and other events in the Brendan Iribe Center. The Special Events Coordinator collaborates with other staff, faculty, or students in the Department and the University in a flexible manner depending on the nature of each event. Additional responsibilities include scheduling event space for the Iribe Center and external relations events on Google calendars, and other duties as assigned. This position is also responsible for giving tours of the Iribe Center to individuals or groups who may be interested in holding events in the building. This position will need to effectively manage relationships with campus colleagues, student leaders, volunteers, corporate partners, and external vendors. Must be willing to work evening and weekend hours as needed by the position.

Work takes place in both an office environment and in on-campus buildings. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time performing general office functions with periods of standing for event setup, registration, and event supervision. Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, push and reach with arms. Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 lbs. and arrange furniture for events. Will be required to attend evening or weekend events and ability to travel to on and off campus event locations.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) years of professional event coordination experience.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge of event planning and production.

Knowledge of marketing and social media.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Additional Job Details

Preferences: Three years of event coordination experience, preferably coordinating large scale events.

Required Application Materials: Cover letter, resume, and list of three references

Best Consideration Date: April 17, 2026

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Department

CMNS-Computer Science

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$68,000 - $72,000

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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