Events Coordinator

Covenant College

Events Coordinator

Job Title: Events Coordinator

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Status/Hours: Full-Time, 40 hrs per week

Reports to: Director of Conferences and Hospitality

Join a team of employees who are committed to an exciting mission to offer the world biblically grounded men and women equipped to live out extraordinary callings in ordinary places. Covenant College is a community committed to the Bible as the inerrant Word of God, and everything we do is grounded in our Reformed theology and worldview.

Covenant has a beautiful 400-acre campus that stretches atop Lookout Mountain, Georgia on the Georgia/Tennessee border, just outside of Chattanooga. The community is a hub of vibrant cultural, educational, business, high-tech, and entertainment activity and is an affordable place to live or raise a family. The campus enjoys incredible vistas of the Smoky Mountains and the Cumberland Plateau with views that span across several states. The region is widely known as an outdoor recreational paradise for campers, boaters, cyclists, climbers, cavers, and hikers, all this while being conveniently located within two hours of Atlanta, Nashville, and Knoxville.

SUMMARY

The Events Coordinator supports the planning and execution of campus events and summer conferences by overseeing event logistics, supervising student staff, and serving as an on-site lead during assigned events. This role ensures events are well-organized, properly staffed, and executed with a high standard of hospitality, professionalism, and operational excellence, contributing to Covenant College's mission and campus experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversee the setup, execution, and breakdown of assigned events, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met.
• Serve as the on-site lead for events, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues in real time during events.
• Ensure event spaces are properly prepared and aligned with established standards.
• Train, schedule, and supervise student event staff.
• Provide leadership and direction to student employees during event preparation and execution.
• Promote accountability, professionalism, and strong customer service among student staff.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and development of student employees.
• Coordinate event logistics with campus partners, including dining, facilities, athletics, and other departments.
• Communicate event details, updates, and requirements clearly to stakeholders.
• Support the Director of Conference & Hospitality in planning and executing events and summer conferences.
• Serve as a secondary point of contact for internal events and conference clients.
• Maintain accurate event records using event management systems.
• Assist with inventory management of event supplies and equipment.
• Support summer conference operations, including guest services and housing coordination.
• Provide support to other Business Operations areas during peak periods.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Conference & Hospitality to support the mission and operational needs of the College.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Customer Service & Hospitality - Demonstrates a commitment to providing a high-quality experience for guests, students, and campus partners.

Event Coordination - Effectively plans and executes events with attention to detail and logistics.

Leadership & Supervision - Provides direction, training, and accountability for student staff.

Communication - Clearly conveys information and expectations to a variety of stakeholders.

Organization & Time Management - Manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Problem Solving - Responds quickly and effectively to operational challenges.

Collaboration - Works effectively with cross-functional campus teams.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Combination of office, campus, and event environments, including indoor and outdoor settings.
• Regular use of computers, phones, event equipment, and standard office technology.
• Frequent evening and weekend work required based on event schedules and campus needs.
• Position requires regular movement across campus and active event participation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Active role requiring standing, walking, and frequent movement across campus.
• Ability to lift and move event materials and equipment up to 25-50 pounds.
• Regular use of hands for setting up events, operating equipment, and computer work.
• Frequent verbal communication with staff, students, and guests.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in events, hospitality, customer service, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise others effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as required.

Preferred:

• Experience supervising student employees.

FAITH & MISSION ALIGNMENT

• A clear acceptance of and commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
• A demonstrated commitment to Scripture as the inerrant Word of God.
• Commitment to modeling Christ-centered leadership for staff and student-athletes.
• Ability to assent to Covenant College's Statement of Community Beliefs and Staff Commitments.

To Apply:

Interested applicants should apply here. Please attach all required supporting documents to your application. Applications submitted without these documents will not be considered.

Required documents for this position include:

• Letter of interest
• Résumé - including contact information for three references
• A statement or expression of your personal faith or Christian experience.