University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida

Event Coordinator

Orlando, FL (Main Campus), USA · Mid · Contract

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About the role

  • Campus Services, a division within University Operations, is hiring an Event Coordinator.
  • This position/classification may be moved at management's discretion within the UO division to a commensurate level position as determined by the Associate VP, Strategic Campus Planning or his/her designee.

Responsibilities

  • Serves as a primary professional point of contact for campus partners planning meetings, conferences, conventions, and special events within Student Union controlled facilities, including the Fairwinds Alumni Center, Live Oak Event Center, Memory Mall, Reflecting Pond, TCH Lawn, NPHC Monument, and classroom spaces.
  • Independently assesses client needs, event objectives, logistical requirements, and compliance considerations, providing individualized guidance to support successful and compliant events.
  • Interprets, applies, and advises campus partners on University of Central Florida policies, procedures, and safety requirements related to facility use and events, ensuring compliance and mitigating institutional risk.
  • Develops customized room and event space layouts using diagramming software, applying professional judgment to interpret building, fire, and safety codes and ensure layouts comply with regulatory and institutional requirements.
  • Represents the department by participating in divisional or campus committees and attending professional conferences, workshops, or trainings to support continuous improvement and alignment with industry best practices.
  • The Event Coordinator will provide professional-level coordination and oversight of events within the Student Union, Fairwinds Alumni Center and controlled facilities by independently advising campus partners, interpreting and applying university policies, assessing risk and operational needs, and coordinating resources to ensure compliant, high-quality events that support institutional objectives.

Nice to have

  • Special Instructions to the Applicants:
  • The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $23.33.
  • Position requires a valid Class E driver's license.
  • We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.
  • All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.
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Compensation

  • If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment.

Company info

  • University Operations at UCF is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.

This listing is sourced directly from University of Central Florida's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.