Events & Strategic Initiatives Coordinator

Dallas, IA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 20 - 21

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Details

Dallas Campus - Dallas TX

Full Time Salaried Exempt

$20.55 - $21.15 Hourly

Hybrid

Description

Job Summary
The Events & Strategic Initiatives Coordinator provides administrative and organizational support for Distance Education through the planning execution and evaluation of events and projects. This role supports cross-departmental initiatives manages event logistics and ensures effective communication and implementation of key priorities. This position reports to the Director of Midwest for Distance Education. Regular travel is required to support events and initiatives at various locations.

Job Duties:
Event Planning & Coordination:

Plan organize and execute Distance Education recruitment and engagement events including webinars information sessions site visits hybrid classes and student programming.
Manage event logistics such as scheduling registration catering venue/room setup technology and materials.
Serve as the primary point of contact for Distance Education event-related inquiries.
Evaluate events by collecting feedback tracking outcomes and recommending improvements.
Implement follow-up strategies to engage attendees and connect event outcomes to recruitment and strategic goals.

Strategic Initiatives Support:

Assist in the coordination and execution of strategic projects and initiatives across departments.
Track progress maintain timelines and support communication between stakeholders.
Conduct research and prepare reports presentations or briefing materials as needed.
Provide administrative support to ensure initiatives align with organizational goals.

Communication & Collaboration:

Coordinate with internal staff faculty and external partners to ensure smooth project and event execution.
Draft event communications promotional materials and announcements in collaboration with the communications team.
Assist in the creation editing and distribution of recruitment materials to support Distance Education efforts.
Interact directly with prospective and current students to support Distance Education initiatives.
Maintain documentation databases and records related to events and strategic projects.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

Bachelors degree required.
Recent DTS graduates or current DTS students preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical problem-solving and data management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Detail-oriented resourceful and a self-starter who can work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly to support events and initiatives.

Work Environment:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Position will require occasional evening or weekend hours for events.
Travel is required; approximately 8-10 trips per year.

A minimum of two-year commitment is requested. Employment is contingent on the results of a background check at the point of hire. Please direct any questions or inquiries to Human Resources.

Required Experience:

Job Details Dallas Campus - Dallas TX Full Time Salaried Exempt $20.55 - $21.15 Hourly HybridDescription Job SummaryThe Events & Strategic Initiatives Coordinator provides administrative and organizational support for Distance Education through the planning execution and evaluation of events and pro...