Events & Engagement Coordinator

Position Summary Undergraduate Admissions at Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Events & Engagement Coordinator in Boca Raton, FL. Assists the Director of Engagement and Student Success. Oversees the coordination, development, implementation, and management of on and off-campus Undergraduate Admissions recruitment events for prospective and admitted students and school counselors/advisors, which attracts over 15,000 participants every year. Serves as the first point of contact for admissions events, including coordinating, planning, and organizing distinctive campus-wide recruitment events. Summary of Responsibilities Assist with the development and maintenance of collaborative working relationships with university and community agencies for support as appropriate, including Facilities, Student Union, and Dining. Supports and assists with the execution of other admissions/recruitment events, including but not limited to transfer, international, and freshman admissions. Supervise student employees when deemed necessary. Partner with the Assistant Director, First Impressions, to determine tour guide staffing needs and rotation schedules for major recruitment events. Works with the management team to evaluate the effectiveness and potential of unique events, programs/functions. Use admissions-related software for job functions such as Slate CRM (Customer Relationship Management), Eventbrite, etc. Facilitates the production of marketing communications materials and collaterals for giveaway orders, emails, and CRM templates. Maintains membership in CIVSA and utilizes related resources for best practices and idea generation. Provides support to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions in the areas of administration (including public relations) and recruitment. Supports the activities of the Directors and Assistant Vice President. Answers phone calls and emails from interested students and/or their family members. Provides friendly greetings and accurate information to appropriate parties and facilitates follow-up as necessary. Adhere to Florida Board of Governors Regulations, State University System standards for professional conduct and practice, and FAU policies. Provides lobby coverage if needed. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Benefits Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Sick Leave Pool Program. Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required. Preferred Qualifications Flexibility, creativity and patience. Strong organizational and planning skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must have excellent verbal and communication skills. Event planning, project management, and operations, preferably in a university setting. Candidate must take the initiative in organizing and managing programs and planning new events. Salary and Employment Conditions Salary: $55,000 - $58,000 Annually. Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP) College or Department: Undergraduate Admissions: Engagement - Student Success. Location: Boca Raton. Work Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evenings and weekends required. Application Deadline Application Deadline: 2026-09-01. Additional Application and Eligibility Requirements Special Instructions to Applicant: APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Resume Cover letter OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. Accommodations REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Pre-Employment Screenings Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. About Florida Atlantic University Florida Atlantic University is Where Tomorrow Begins. As a nationally recognized Carnegie R1 research institution and one of only 13 universities nationwide to also hold Carnegie designations for Opportunity and Community Engagement, Florida Atlantic is advancing discovery, driving economic growth, and preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing world. As South Florida's Hometown University, Florida Atlantic serves as a destination for learning, culture, athletics, and community engagement. Through NCAA Division I athletics, world-class performing arts and cultural events, public lectures, gallery exhibitions, environmental education programs, and one of the nation's largest Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, Florida Atlantic welcomes thousands of residents, visitors, and learners to its campuses each year. From inspiring environmental education programs to providing enriching experiences for retirees, professionals, families, and sports fans, Florida Atlantic is deeply connected to the communities it serves. Through these experiences and partnerships, the university helps strengthen the region's cultural vitality, workforce, economy and quality of life. Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. Compliance and Safeguard Information Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application). 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