Events Specialist

EVENTS SPEC 1 (Events Specialist) Department: Temporary Employment Services Hiring Pay Scale: $26.50 - $36.50 / hour Worksite: Campus Appointment Type: Temp Appointment Percent: 100% Union: Uncovered Total Openings: 3 Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon - Fri Filing Deadline: Mon 7/20/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. Description UC San Diego Temporary Employment Services is seeking candidates with event planning and coordination experience to support a variety of campus and Health Sciences events. These temporary roles are well suited for individuals at the entry or associate level looking to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. This role will assist with the planning and execution of events such as symposiums, conferences, workshops, research programs, advisory board meetings, and VIP engagements. Responsibilities include supporting event logistics, coordinating with campus partners and vendors (facilities, catering, media services, transportation), and ensuring event spaces are set up according to specifications. Provide on‑site support during events, assist with audiovisual and virtual meeting needs (e.g., Zoom), and help track and report event data such as attendance, costs, and participant feedback. With guidance, support logistical coordination for both small‑ and large‑scale events, including exposure to basic budgeting concepts. These positions offer valuable experience in event operations and an opportunity to contribute to a wide range of campus activities. Location: hybrid remote; 2 - 3 days on‑site per week; Main campus in La Jolla Anticipated duration: 5 - 6 months Compensation: $26.50 - $36.50 / hour Work schedule: Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Occasional evenings and weekends required for events. Qualifications Basic experience in planning, designing, marketing, and organizing professional events. Experience setting up and cleaning up events. Good organizational skills to effectively manage calendars and schedules for events, as well as student and / or volunteer scheduling. Ability to provide customer service to clients, customers, and/or coworkers. Experience using database programs such as Excel, to create databases, complete data entry, and keep track of information. Knowledge of concepts and principles of effective event planning and production and public relations. Must have access to transportation to pick up supplies and attend events at UC San Diego as well as other locations in San Diego. Special Conditions Background check required. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $55,400 - $93,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $26.53 - $44.92 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr