Event/Marketing Coordinator

$49,442 - $49,442/Yr

Salisbury University - Salisbury, MD

Full-time

Salisbury, MD

Educational Services

About the position

The Event/Marketing Coordinator at Salisbury University is responsible for assisting in the coordination and implementation of various annual events organized by the SU Foundation. This role involves managing events that range in size from 40 to 4,000 attendees, focusing on both fundraising and stewardship. The coordinator will work closely with students, faculty, staff, donors, and external vendors to ensure successful event execution.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the coordination and implementation of annual SU Foundation events.
• Manage events such as Sea Gull Century, Because of You Reception, Scholarships and Awards Luncheon, and SU Golf Classic.
• Interact with students, faculty, staff, donors, and external vendors to facilitate event planning and execution.
• Maintain high standards of work and stay focused on deadlines and details.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, presenting information clearly and concisely.
• Conduct negotiations with outside vendors as needed.
• Work cooperatively with others and demonstrate professional behavior when interacting with donors and participants.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Two years of work experience in event management, fundraising, development, and/or customer relations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
• Knowledge of web-based registration databases and social media platforms.
• Ability to maintain productivity and focus on deadlines and details.
• Skill in exercising initiative, resourcefulness, and sound judgment.
• Ability to prioritize ongoing and new events necessary for implementation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Higher education and/or non-profit work experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.