Temporary Employer Development Event & Administrative Coordinator

University Information:
The
University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research
and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly
excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A
public institution with over 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral
degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical
research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only
bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have
earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie
Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since
1969.

Department: Career Center – 40020
Vacancy Number: TSP5568PST
Temp Position Type: SHRA
Temporary
Job Category: Administrative & Managerial
FLSA for Position: Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for
this Position:
Position Summary
The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) Career Center seeks a Temporary Employer
Development Event & Administrative Coordinator to support employer-related event planning and provide administrative assistance to the
Employer Development team. This position is central to coordinating career fairs, employer tabling sessions, and recruitment events, while
also managing employer data and job approvals in Handshake.

The coordinator will ensure that events run smoothly, communications are
timely, and employer engagement efforts are well-documented. This role reports to the Associate Director of Employer Development.
Key
Responsibilities

Event Planning & Coordination

• Assist with the planning, logistics, and execution of
  career fairs (large-scale, niche, and industry-specific) and employer tabling sessions.
• Manage event logistics including: venue
  reservations, catering, location setup, A/V, signage, employer registration, and staff scheduling.
• Serve as an on-site point of
  contact for employers, students, and campus partners during events.
• Track attendance, coordinate name badges, and oversee check-in
  procedures.

Employer Development & Handshake Support

• Review and approve job and internship postings in
  Handshake to ensure quality opportunities.
• In alignment with Employer Development and Career Center marketing strategy, create
  tailored marketing of postings and employers (Handshake Collections).
• Provide administrative support for employer engagement
  activities, including scheduling, communications, and data entry.
• Support Employer Advisory Board meetings and other employer
  relations initiatives.
• Assist with tracking event outcomes and preparing post-event reports.

Administrative &
Marketing Support

• Provide general administrative support for the Employer Development team.
• Create event marketing
  materials (flyers, social media posts, newsletters) using Canva or similar tools in alignment with UNCW branding.
• Respond to
  inquiries from employers, students, and staff with professionalism and accuracy.

Minimum Education and Experience
Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple
  priorities.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and professional etiquette).
• Proficiency with Microsoft
  Office Suite; willingness to learn Handshake.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience with
  event coordination, customer service, or administrative support.
• Familiarity with Handshake or similar career services management
  platforms.
• Experience in marketing, social media, or content creation.

Required Certifications or
Licensure:

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

College/School Information:

Work Hours:
Hours will fall between 8 AM and 5 PM
Work Days: Monday – Friday
Hours Per Week: 25
Type of Position:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $20/hr – $25/hr

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please note, this is a temporary
position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot
exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent
state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.

This posting will close
at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire
application before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your
application.

For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must
be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date: 09/29/2025
Job Closing Date:
10/12/2025

Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some
vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify
the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings: Single
Incumbent

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37592

UNCW does not discriminate
against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status,
childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political
affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except
where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily
established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

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