Posting Number: S06618P
Department: Business
Location: Arlington
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Must be able to travel to events as needed.
Pay Basis: Monthly
Job SummaryThe Community Events & Alumni Coordinator will assist in developing and leading special events and community engagement efforts for the College of Business (COB). The position will be responsible for major event planning, cultivating opportunities to engage with alumni, donors, and community partners. Collaborate with various campus divisions to execute alumni events and engagement strategy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Coordinate, host, and assist with multiple major events annually (i.e. award ceremonies, conferences, banquets, and community events, etc.).
- Responsible for securing space and equipment; independently coordinate terms and prices with vendors; managing budgets; coordinating technical and production aspects in partnership with Marketing Team; and making decisions regarding event set-up, design, decor and the overall attendee experience.
- Assist with the College's Calendar of Events.
- Consult with College of Business academic departments on their major events by sharing vendors, creating standards of practice for COB events, and communication strategies to enhance the attendee experience.
- Oversee major aspects of alumni engagement programming.
- Develop creative means for alumni to connect and engage with the College.
- Create and plan activities and events that foster a sense of alumni pride and engagement.
- Work collaboratively with campus departments to assist in the coordination and execution of the College's alumni relations efforts to increase participation and opportunities to cultivate relationships.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for alumni customer service and other general alumni inquiries.
- Promote alumni and community engagement events, campaigns, activities and opportunities using various channels managed by Marketing.
- Communications including website, social media, email newsletter, etc.
- Assist in highlighting our alumni by sharing alumni news and success stories by partnering with members of the marketing team.
- Assist in gathering alumni feedback through various surveys to further program excellence and academic rankings.
- May serve on various committees; may serve as the COB representative at various community events.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or a related field.
- Two (2) years of experience in event planning, alumni relations, community outreach, marketing, program management or six (6) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in Higher Education or a non-profit environment with planning, promoting, and executing high-profile events.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge related to alumni relations and community outreach.
- Skilled in management, budgeting, and advanced project planning.
- Skilled in technology use and decision-making.
- Skilled in written and verbal communication.
- Ability to model the College's values through advanced customer experience skills, effective time management and collaborative teamwork.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
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This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and
if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
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University InformationThe University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges" and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates' salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 - including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas - UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university's strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at
https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
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Number of Vacancies: 1
Minimum Number of References Required: 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted: 3
Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
