Event Coordinator

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides professional event and training coordination services by planning and coordinating a wide range of events hosted by the Transportation Technology Transfer Service. Events range from 100 up to 1000 attendees. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

50% - Essential - Plans, coordinates and executes events such as conferences, vendor expos, hands-on training events and education seminars. Coordinates and handles logistics for events including financial reconciliation. Secures sponsors for events when appropriate. Manages timelines and phases of multiple events occurring simultaneously.

20% - Essential - Provides administrative and financial assistance by processing supply requests. Coordinate communications to announce and publicize events and creates and manages the time lines for all events.

20% - Essential - Creates and implements the participant evaluation process; reviews, documents, and implements improvements and best practices for each event based on evaluations and observation. Identifies continuous improvement opportunities.

10% - Essential - Works with the administrative assistant to verify on-line event registration, payments and reconciliation. Coordinate on-site event registration with program staff.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - 1st Bachelor's Degree
Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000
Work Experience 1+ years

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Stand for prolonged period
- Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
- Walk or move about
- Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
- Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
- Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
- Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
- Recognize or inspect visually
- Move, transport, raise or lower
- Extends hands or arms in any direction
- Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
- Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Exposure to heat or cold
- Wet or humid
- Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Pay Range: $44,700 - $54,000

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's .

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

November 26, 2025

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.