Community Events Coordinator

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We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission of unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.
WUCF: WUCF FM & TV are an NPR-affiliated public radio station and a PBS-affiliated public television station, licensed to and located at the University of Central Florida.
We believe that attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving our community and fulfilling our mission to be Central Florida’s storytellers.
As we continuously work to build a culture of belonging at WUCF, we encourage candidates from a variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply.
The Opportunity: The WUCF Community Events Coordinator will serve as a member of the Community Impact Team by working with all departments in the planning and execution of community engagement initiatives and serving as the point person for community engagement opportunities and events.
Responsibilities: Plans and executes in-person and virtual engagement events, including film screenings, station tours, and community celebrations.
Coordinates WUCF’s participation in community and partner events, such as parades, festivals, and partner gatherings.
Maintains records of events, including attendance and expenditures, and prepares reports on event activities.
Conducts research to identify potential new in-person and virtual engagement projects.
Recruits, hires, schedules, trains, and supervises students, part-time employees, and volunteers for engagement events and activities.
Monitors grant awards and underwriting agreements to ensure compliance with provisions.
Plans and oversees event promotion strategies, including copywriting or scriptwriting, and managing branded merchandise, print, apparel, and displays.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla.
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Preferred Qualifications: Ability to be well-organized and detail-oriented.
Clear communication to internal and external audiences, verbally and in writing.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Classification Title: Event Coordinator Are Benefits Important to You? Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers: Benefits packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays Retirement savings options Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions Education assistance Flexible work environment And more…For more benefits information, go to the UCF Employee Benefits page and click here.
Who Are We? Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.
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space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society.
It’s one of the reasons U.
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News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university.
UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university.
With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region.
In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.
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, certificates, and more.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
#LI-YR1 #LI-ONSITE Department Communications and Marketing - WUCF TV Work Schedule Flexible work schedule is tailored to event needs, ensuring 40 hours of dedicated service each week.
Type of Appointment Regular Expected Salary $48,722.
00 to Negotiable Job Posting End Date 01-09-2024-12-00-AM Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.
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