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Posted: 23-Apr-26
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Internal Number: 102019-en_US
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC?s success.
Job Overview
The Program Coordinator, Events coordinates the planning, execution, documentation, and follow-up for a broad portfolio of large scale events that could include Cincinnati Open House, Admitted Bearcat Day, and similar initiatives.
Essential Functions
? Coordinate logistics for Admissions events including scheduling, venue reservations, catering, supplies, technology needs, and related arrangements.
? Support planning and execution of signature events such as Cincinnati Open House, Admitted Bearcat Day, and other engagement opportunities.
? Support additional events on the Uptown campus in collaboration with other event staff.
? Assist with developing event timelines, run-of-show documents, staffing plans, and materials to ensure seamless execution and consistency.
? Maintain event documentation, attendee lists, communications, vendor contracts, invoices, and post-event evaluations.
? Collaborate with internal partners across Enrollment Management, colleges, and administrative units to support event needs.
? Serve as a central point of coordination for planning, logistics, agenda development support, and internal communications tied to event operations.
? Monitor event budgets, process purchase orders, track expenses, and ensure compliance with UC procurement and financial policies.
? Provide administrative support, including calendar coordination, recordkeeping, supply ordering, and preparation of event-related materials.
? Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures for Admissions events.
? Office environment; occasional weekend, evening or early-morning work to support event setup and execution.
? Perform related duties based on departmental needs
Required Education
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
One (1) year of program coordination experience.
Additional Qualifications Considered
? Bachelor?s degree; OR an Associate degree and two (2) years of relevant experience.
? Experience in project coordination, event support, administrative operations, or related areas.
? Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver highquality, detail-oriented work.
? Experience supporting events in a higher education, nonprofit, or similar organizational setting.
? Familiarity with event planning tools, scheduling platforms, and project management systems such as Asana and Technolutions Slate.
? Strong written and verbal communication skills.
? Ability to work collaboratively across departments and build positive working relationships.
? Experience with budget monitoring or procurement processes.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Must be capable of moving equipment weighing 25 lbs. and squatting/crawling to access equipment in tight spaces.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: 45,500
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won?t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you?ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14?18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary of up to $45,500 based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider ?easy apply? applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
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