Coordinator, Events

Cincinnati, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

flexible schedule

Employee wellness programs

Job Description

The Norse Network Hub (NNH) is a dynamic and collaborative entity within the university ecosystem committed to fostering strong connections between employers, students, faculty, and community partners. As a cornerstone for employer-facing programs, workforce engagement, and experiential learning, the Norse Network Hub plays a pivotal role in creating meaningful career exploration opportunities and strategic partnerships that support both workforce development and higher education objectives. The organization prides itself on delivering high-quality, hospitality-driven experiences that assure all stakeholders a professional and seamless engagement. The NNH's mission is centered on advancing career readiness, supporting industry collaboration, and facilitating strategic networking that benefits students, employers, and community initiatives alike.

This exciting role of Coordinator, Events is classified as a regular full-time position that serves as the primary coordinator for all employer-facing events and engagement activities within the Norse Network Hub. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of event logistics for various initiatives such as employer visits, networking events, industry roundtables, workforce summits, partner recognition events, advisory council meetings, career exploration programs, and experiential learning events. This position demands an individual who is exceptionally organized, skilled in event planning, and possesses a strong hospitality mindset to create and execute flawless events. Additionally, the Coordinator will collaborate across university colleges, faculty, staff, and community partners to coordinate cross-functional events that align with workforce engagement goals.

The role includes recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising student employees and event support personnel, ensuring a cohesive team effort in delivering successful programs. Tracking employer engagement, analyzing event metrics, and managing post-event follow-up using university CRM platforms are essential components, enabling continuous improvements and fostering strong external relationships. Furthermore, the Coordinator will assist with various special projects, strategic initiatives, and provide operational support to advance the Norse Network Hub's mission. This position offers a valuable opportunity for professionals with experience in event management, project coordination, employer relations, hospitality, higher education administration, or workforce development to grow within a mission-driven environment.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Three years of experience in event management, project management, employer relations, hospitality, higher education administration, workforce development, business engagement, or a related field
Equivalent combination of education and directly related experience in event management, hospitality, workforce development, business engagement, or project coordination accepted
Driver's license and dependable vehicle
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
Frequent standing, walking, and event setup activities

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
Three years of experience in event management, project management, employer relations, hospitality, higher education administration, workforce development, business engagement, or a related field
Experience coordinating large-scale events preferred
Experience working with external partners or employers preferred
Experience within higher education, workforce development, economic development, or nonprofit organizations preferred
Experience supervising student employees or volunteers preferred
Strong customer service and hospitality mindset
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, CRM platforms, event management software, registration systems, and reporting tools
Ability to analyze event outcomes and recommend improvements
Strong interpersonal skills and professional presence when interacting with executive-level partners

Job Duties

Plan, coordinate, and execute employer-facing events including networking events, industry roundtables, employer visits, workforce summits, partner recognition events, advisory council meetings, career exploration programs, and experiential learning initiatives
Manage all event logistics including scheduling, registration, space reservations, catering, parking, technology, vendor coordination, signage, room setup, event materials, and day-of-event execution
Serve as the primary hospitality coordinator for employer visits and partner engagement activities, ensuring a seamless and professional experience for all external stakeholders
Coordinate employer engagement tracking, event metrics, participant feedback, attendance reporting, and post-event follow-up activities utilizing university systems and CRM platforms
Collaborate with university colleges, faculty/staff, and community partners to coordinate cross-functional events and workforce engagement initiatives
Help recruit event support staff, train as necessary, schedule, and supervise student employees and event support staff assisting with NNH programming and employer engagement activities
Assist with special projects, strategic initiatives, and operational support activities for the Norse Network Hub