Event Planner Job at East Carolina University in Greenville

The Division of Student Affairs comprises over 30 departments, each responsible for providing various student support, services, and educational programs accessible to the university community. With over 300 full-time employees and over 1200 student workers, the Division supports Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness.

Job Duties

The Temporary Event Planner will support conferences, meetings, and special events coordinated through the Central Reservations Office, focusing on full-service event planning, execution, and customer support while ensuring compliance with university policies. Serve as the primary contact for faculty and staff planning on-campus events. Coordinate and confirm space reservations through 25Live, schedule and lead planning meetings with event organizers, and manage event logistics including catering, audiovisual, security, facilities, parking, permits, and other resource needs. Create and review event diagrams to ensure accurate set-ups. Provide on-site event support, troubleshooting issues and ensuring smooth execution. Collaborate with campus partners (Police, Parking, Grounds, EH&S, Facilities, etc.) to align services. Communicate regularly and professionally with CRO staff and student employees to support operations. Assist CRO leadership with projects and additional assigned duties.

Minimum Education / Experience

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• All applications must be submitted by 11 : 59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date indicated.

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race / ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice / TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu .

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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