Conference Services Coordinator

Conference Services Coordinator Job ID: 305512 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and mostcomprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and oneof the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from asingle-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctorallevels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, WashingtonD.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations. Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach acrossthe region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro,anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks andpines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historicdowntown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; amodern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local andmilitary-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus inSwainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest,offering expanded pathways to higher education for students acrosssoutheast Georgia. Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College ofEngineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, theCollege of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N.Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College ofPublic Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters Collegeof Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southerndelivers academic programs backed by real-world experience,research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committedto helping every student go further than they thought possible. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and SchoolsCommission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation acrossits professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates whoare ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, acrossthe nation and around the world. For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu. Location Statesboro Campus, Statesboro, GA Department Information CE-Conference Service Job Summary Coordinate all aspects of conference planning services andevents for both internal and external clients. Responsibilitiesinclude managing the full planning process from call for proposalsand speaker recruitment to exhibitor coordination, venue sourcing,budgeting, contracting, and registration. This role also overseeslogistics such as meal and break planning, poster sessions, andcollaborates with the marketing team to brand and promote eachconference. The Coordinator attends planning meetings, workson-site during events, and serves as the primary liaison withclients ensuring they understand university policies and proceduresand are connected with appropriate campus resources to support thesuccess of their conference or event. Responsibilities Serve as a key member of the Conference Services team,supporting the planning and execution of conferences and eventsboth on and off campus Manage paperwork and logistics, including MOAs, budgets, checkrequests, and purchasing Attend and take minutes at client and planning meetings Serve as the on-site lead for events and conferences,troubleshooting issues in real time Ensure accurate and timely billing in coordination withbusiness services and other campus partners Evaluate services and processes to ensure high quality andclient satisfaction Works with CE Marketing team to develop a registration portal,conference branding, conference program, and marketingcampaigns Collects and organizes presenter data Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Bachelor's Degree Required Experience Two or more years of related work experience, includingexperience in planning and coordinating events or conferences Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications Master's Degree Preferred Experience Five or more years of related work experience, includingexperience in planning and coordinating conferences or events Proposed Salary $46,000 This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweeklybasis. Required Documents to Attach Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by theUniversity Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,Google, and/or applications as required for specific position Excellent time management and project coordination abilities,with a track record of meeting deadlines Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meetInstitutional goals and support University's mission for studentsuccess Experience utilizing assessment tools to evaluate programsuccess and client satisfaction Background in planning and managing conferences, events, oreducational programs

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizationaland human relations skills Extremely adept in administrative and organizationalskills Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positiverelationships with internal and external stakeholders Strong verbal and written communication skills with attentionto clarity and professionalism Apply Before Date November 24, 2026 Application review may begin on November 11,2026. Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or email View email address on click.appcast.io. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundationfor all that we do as an organization, and each USG communitymember is responsible for demonstrating and upholding thesestandards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values andCode of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 andcan be found on-line at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Southern University