Temporary Event Coordinator - Vice Provost Student Success - UTK

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is a prestigious public university with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1794. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant institution, UT Knoxville serves a diverse community of over 38,000 students and employs around 10,000 staff members statewide. This university is renowned for its commitment to leadership, service, and innovation, maintaining high standards in research, education, and community engagement through its 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. The Knoxville campus, which includes the Institute of Agriculture, the Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service, fosters strong connections with key industry leaders and research organizations like the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. UT Knoxville is recognized nationally as an excellent employer, noted particularly for its support of new graduates, women, and working parents.

The role of Event Coordinator is a temporary position lasting three months within the Division of Student Success at UT Knoxville. This role is supervised by the Director of Strategic Programming and plays a vital part in the planning and execution of major events ranging from enrollment to commencement and beyond. The Event Coordinator works closely with internal units across the division and various campus partners such as the Office of the Chancellor, Student Life, Athletics, and the University Police Department. The position requires managing all facets of special programs and events including concerts, performances, donor engagement activities, professional development series, and notable speakers. A significant portion of the work involves vendor relations, budget management, and communication coordination both on and off campus.

In addition to event management, the Event Coordinator serves as a secondary contact for key divisional programs and signature events. This includes indirect supervision responsibilities for practicum students, interns, and student employees, assisting in recruitment and selection processes. The position also involves office operational duties such as conducting assessment and data analysis for office programs and publications, contributing to continuous improvements and shared program development within the division. Committee participation and support of office-wide initiatives are also important components of this role.

This position requires strong event planning skills, exceptional interpersonal communication, and the ability to engage effectively with a varied audience including students, parents, alumni, university leadership, and other stakeholders. The hourly compensation is anticipated at $20, and the role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience managing high-profile university events within a supportive and dynamic educational environment. UT Knoxville supports its employees with development resources, career coaching, and a culture that emphasizes work-life balance, innovation, and professional growth. This is an ideal position for someone passionate about student success, higher education programming, and event coordination in a collegiate setting.