Job Description
The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, with opportunities to advance within donor relations and event management
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience)
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients
Benefits
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time
Pay Rate Range $40,000 - $45,000
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”)
Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work)
Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions
Responsibilities
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with flexibility for nights and weekends as required for events
This developmental role is designed to provide a strong foundation for growth within the donor relations team and the events field
Working under the guidance of event staff, you will collaborate with the team to support the planning, coordination, and execution of events from start to finish
Work under the guidance of event staff to collaborate with vendors on logistics, timelines, and production plans
Assist event staff in arranging vendor services, including contract coordination, payment processing, and service delivery, to ensure smooth operations and high-quality event execution
Coordinate vendor load-in and load-out under the guidance of event staff, ensuring smooth and timely transitions
Assist with onsite registration and check-in procedures
Work alongside event staff to monitor and address any issues that arise before or during events, ensuring smooth operations
Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for vendors, providing clear arrival instructions and setup guidance
Collaborate with event staff to manage all logistics, including transportation, accommodations, parking, valet services, catering, equipment, and space rentals, ensuring flawless event execution
Job description
Details
Open Date 12/20/2026
Requisition Number PRN40848B
Job Title Development Specialist
Working Title Event Coordinator
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with flexibility for nights and weekends as required for events.
VP Area President
Department 0028+ - Development
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $40,000 - $45,000
Close Date 03/20/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 02/01/2026
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Event Coordinator to join our Donor Relations Events team. This developmental role is designed to provide a strong foundation for growth within the donor relations team and the events field. Working under the guidance of event staff, you will collaborate with the team to support the planning, coordination, and execution of events from start to finish. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, with opportunities to advance within donor relations and event management
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
• Work under the guidance of event staff to collaborate with vendors on logistics, timelines, and production plans.
• Assist event staff in arranging vendor services, including contract coordination, payment processing, and service delivery, to ensure smooth operations and high-quality event execution.
Day-of Event Responsibilities:
• Coordinate vendor load-in and load-out under the guidance of event staff, ensuring smooth and timely transitions.
• Assist with onsite registration and check-in procedures.
• Work alongside event staff to monitor and address any issues that arise before or during events, ensuring smooth operations.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for vendors, providing clear arrival instructions and setup guidance.
• Collaborate with event staff to manage all logistics, including transportation, accommodations, parking, valet services, catering, equipment, and space rentals, ensuring flawless event execution.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in event planning and coordination.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a flexible schedule.
• Candidates with experience in college advancement, such as fundraising, alumni relations, donor stewardship, communications, or related areas that promote institutional growth and engagement, are preferred.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 6+5-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, ****** orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of *** in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or ****** misconduct including ****** harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience)
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients
Benefits
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time
Pay Rate Range $40,000 - $45,000
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”)
Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work)
Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions
Responsibilities
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with flexibility for nights and weekends as required for events
This developmental role is designed to provide a strong foundation for growth within the donor relations team and the events field
Working under the guidance of event staff, you will collaborate with the team to support the planning, coordination, and execution of events from start to finish
Work under the guidance of event staff to collaborate with vendors on logistics, timelines, and production plans
Assist event staff in arranging vendor services, including contract coordination, payment processing, and service delivery, to ensure smooth operations and high-quality event execution
Coordinate vendor load-in and load-out under the guidance of event staff, ensuring smooth and timely transitions
Assist with onsite registration and check-in procedures
Work alongside event staff to monitor and address any issues that arise before or during events, ensuring smooth operations
Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for vendors, providing clear arrival instructions and setup guidance
Collaborate with event staff to manage all logistics, including transportation, accommodations, parking, valet services, catering, equipment, and space rentals, ensuring flawless event execution
Job description
Details
Open Date 12/20/2026
Requisition Number PRN40848B
Job Title Development Specialist
Working Title Event Coordinator
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with flexibility for nights and weekends as required for events.
VP Area President
Department 0028+ - Development
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $40,000 - $45,000
Close Date 03/20/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 02/01/2026
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Event Coordinator to join our Donor Relations Events team. This developmental role is designed to provide a strong foundation for growth within the donor relations team and the events field. Working under the guidance of event staff, you will collaborate with the team to support the planning, coordination, and execution of events from start to finish. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, with opportunities to advance within donor relations and event management
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
• Work under the guidance of event staff to collaborate with vendors on logistics, timelines, and production plans.
• Assist event staff in arranging vendor services, including contract coordination, payment processing, and service delivery, to ensure smooth operations and high-quality event execution.
Day-of Event Responsibilities:
• Coordinate vendor load-in and load-out under the guidance of event staff, ensuring smooth and timely transitions.
• Assist with onsite registration and check-in procedures.
• Work alongside event staff to monitor and address any issues that arise before or during events, ensuring smooth operations.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for vendors, providing clear arrival instructions and setup guidance.
• Collaborate with event staff to manage all logistics, including transportation, accommodations, parking, valet services, catering, equipment, and space rentals, ensuring flawless event execution.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in event planning and coordination.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a flexible schedule.
• Candidates with experience in college advancement, such as fundraising, alumni relations, donor stewardship, communications, or related areas that promote institutional growth and engagement, are preferred.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 6+5-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, ****** orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of *** in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or ****** misconduct including ****** harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Event Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Event Management Jobs sector. This role in Salt Lake City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Event Management Jobs is a plus.
