New River Community College is hiring: Program and Events Coordinator, Leadershi

External Applicants: Please ensure all required documents are ready to upload before beginning your application, including your resume, cover letter, and any additional materials specified in the job description. Cover Letter and Supporting Documents: Navigate to the "My Experience" application page. Locate the "Resume/CV" document upload section at the bottom of the page. Use the "Select Files" button to upload your cover letter, resume, and any other required supporting documents. You can select multiple files. Important Note: The "My Experience" page is the only opportunity to attach your cover letter, resume, and supporting documents. You will not be able to modify your application or add attachments after submission. Current Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account in the Jobs Hub. Do not apply from this website. A cover letter is required for all positions; optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality roles unless otherwise specified. Job Description Summary The Program and Events Coordinator is a conscientious, creative, enthusiastic, and organized events professional. Under general supervision, the Program and Event Coordinator assists with planning, logistics, and execution of external conferences, convenings, and professional development offerings for which the ECI and the Program for Leadership and Character have primary responsibility. This position requires independent judgment to produce creative, effective, and culturally inclusive programs and events within budget, successfully manages university and vendor partnerships, and coordinates with all members of our team and convening participants. The Program and Event Coordinator needs a passion for special event management and a dedication to designing meaningful programs and events that support the transformation of participants and the engagement of external stakeholders and partners. Application Deadline is January 27, 2026. Essential Functions: Uses independent judgment to lead the planning and coordination of sponsored special events and programs from beginning to end (i.e. communication with participants and audiences, menu planning, site selection and reservation, compiling information for event materials, coordinating audio and visual needs, ensuring adequate staffing, security, and coordination of event set-up and break down with vendors). Shares responsibility for programs and events planned and/or supported by the ECI and Program for Leadership and Character, to include but not limited to: #J-18808-Ljbffr