Program Coordinator II

Overview

The Office of Events is a growing department whose primary function is to ensure that events, conferences, and programs coordinated by Utah State University exceed expectations. The Office of Events is seeking applicants for an Event Coordinator (Program Coordinator II) position. This position is responsible for working with USU and community partners to coordinate multiple events & programs throughout the year with emphasis on student and department events. These events are geared toward USU students and campus departments which are hosted by Utah State University - Logan. The Event Coordinator provides event coordination services ranging from low-to-high complexity to include pre-planning, data entry, logistical arrangements, service partner communication, on-site event representation and follow-through. The successful candidate will interface with university departments and off-campus suppliers, handling administrative details of event programs.

Responsibilities

Event Management:

• Provide Client consultation.
• Liaise between the client and the service partners and vendors needed to create successful events and meetings.
• Serve as the primary contact and supervisor of part-time employee(s).
• Oversee event contract creation and implementation.
• Learn and implement USU processes & procedures while meeting event expectations and outcomes.
• Compile and store all event data for historical data use.
• Establish a good working relationship with campus partners.
• Communicate ideas, goals, and objectives internally with team members to obtain successful results.

Financial Management:

• Prepare and track financial records, ensuring accurate, current revenue and expenditure information.
• Develop comprehensive event/conference budgets and continuously monitor and adjust as needed.
• Administrate budgeting process and final financial settlement of events within the Office of Events' procedures on closing events.
• Review service provider invoices and approve payments.
• Communicate effectively with clients and university partners to reconcile bills and accounts in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six (6) years of related experience working with events in the capacity of coordination of logistics OR a bachelor's degree plus two (2) years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education plus experience.
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
• Proficient in managing multiple tasks while maintaining professional demeanor and emotional intelligence in stressful situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, conference/event management or communications with emphasis in event planning
• Experience in event management and coordination.
• Understanding of USU campus policies and procedures
• Training in any of the following software programs:
  • EMS
  • Cvent
  • Coursedog

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office in a Windows environment.
• Ability to work with other custom database systems for which training is provided.
• Knowledge and experience with basic bookkeeping practices and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong clerical and record keeping ability.
• Ability to manage and complete multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written communication skills, including correct grammar, spelling, and proofreading.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 02/2025

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023