1000 Hour Appointment - Marketing

1000 Hour Appointment - Marketing & Events - Event Coordinator Job Description Nevada State University invites applications for the position of1000 Hour Appointment - Event Coordinator (Events ProcessingEmphasis). The 1000 Hour Appointment will serve as a centralresource for campus event scheduling and event processing,supporting the review, coordination, and administration of eventrequests from initial submission through completion. Workingclosely with the Events Team, the Event Coordinator acts as aliaison between event organizers and campus partners, coordinatesevent logistics, maintains event management systems and calendars,and helps ensure campus events are delivered efficiently andsuccessfully. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized,customer-focused professional who enjoys working in acollaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to gain experiencesupporting a wide variety of university events. This positionoffers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience inuniversity event operations while working alongside an experiencedEvents Team. About the institution Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving publicinstitution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence inteaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverseand largely underserved student population. Designated a HispanicServing (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific IslanderInstitution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teachingand student support are valued above all else. Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution ofhigher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400,with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. Amajority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnicminorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% areHispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/AfricanAmerican, and 22% are White. We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. Weoperate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diversepopulation of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas thatrespects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff,and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so ourmembers can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. Inorder to strengthen the university and progress its mission, theuniversity dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflectionto meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, thesurrounding communities, and the State of Nevada. We seek applicants who are passionate about working with thispromising student population and collaborating with faculty andstaff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing ourinstitution and our community. We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering aninclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students whoare historically underrepresented in higher education. Core Responsibilities Review, process, and coordinate campus event requests frominitial submission through event completion. Coordinate event scheduling and maintain accurate reservationsusing the university's event management systems. Serve as a primary point of contact for faculty, staff,students, and external clients regarding event procedures,scheduling, and logistics. Coordinate event logistics, including room setups, equipmentrequests, audio-visual needs, catering, vendor services, andfacility access. Collaborate with campus departments and vendors to ensure eventrequirements are communicated and services are deliveredsuccessfully. Develop event setup diagrams and maintain accurate eventrecords and documentation. Manage and update the university's online events calendar andrelated event information. Provide guidance on event policies, scheduling procedures, andvenue options to support successful event planning. Assist with on-site event support for university events asneeded. Support planning and operational activities for signatureuniversity events. Maintain event equipment, supplies, and departmentalresources. Collaborate with the full‑time Event Coordinator and broaderEvents Team to ensure continuity of operations and exceptionalcustomer service. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated ability to organize multiple projects andpriorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-pacedenvironment. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillswith a commitment to excellent customer service. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as partof a team. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability tolearn new technology and software systems. Ability to work occasional early mornings, evenings, andweekends in support of university events. Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship(Nevada State does not sponsor employment‑related visas). Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in hospitality, event management,communications, marketing, business, or a related field, or anequivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Experience coordinating events, meetings, conferences, orspecial events. Experience in higher education, hospitality, conferenceservices, venue management, or a related field. Experience reviewing and processing event requests orcoordinating facility scheduling. Experience providing customer service in a fast‑paced,client‑facing environment. Experience using event management, scheduling, or projectmanagement software. Experience with 25Live, Localist/Concept3D, Asana, SocialTables (Cvent Event Diagramming), Canva, or similar platforms. Knowledge of event planning principles and eventlogistics. Experience supporting on‑site event operations ispreferred. Bulleted list of preferred qualifications. Work Hours This position will work 20 hours per week. Hourly Rate $24.00 per hour. This Posting is Open Until Filled The posting will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications to begin on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Exempt No Full‑Time Equivalent 50.0% Required Attachment(s) Please note, once you submit your application the onlyattachment(s) viewable to you will be the attachment(s) to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment(s) to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment(s) will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at View email address on click.appcast.io. Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications andexperience; Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the positionand Nevada State University; Names and contact information of three references (you will benotified before references are contacted). Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered. Posting Close Date 12/31/2026 This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job‑related tasks. Nevada State University does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.