What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Event Coordinator position at The George Washington University?
Posting Details
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Job Description Summary:
This Special Event Coordinator administrative position provides event support for Collaboratory events between June and October 2026. The role requires long, on-site days during event dates, with limited hours before and after each convening to assist with planning, preparation, and wrap‑up logistics.
Duties include:
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
II. POSITION INFORMATION
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Graduate School of Education & Human Development (GSEHD)
Family
Sub-Family
Stream
Level
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Hours Per Week: 30 (varies as needed)
Hiring Range $25.00
Work Schedule: The role requires long, on-site days during event dates, with limited hours before and after each convening.
Position Designation:
Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person)
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Position Type:
Posting Number: T001138
Job Open Date: 04/13/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Applicant Review Will Commence On:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Job Description Summary:
This Special Event Coordinator administrative position provides event support for Collaboratory events between June and October 2026. The role requires long, on-site days during event dates, with limited hours before and after each convening to assist with planning, preparation, and wrap‑up logistics.
Duties include:
- Organize supplies and materials in advance of each convening.
- Transport supplies between the Collaboratory office and convening locations.
- Set up of event space (e.g., tables, decor, catering, snacks, etc.).
- Provide on-site logistical support, including supply runs, printing, room resets, clean-up, and basic tech support.
- Support post-event breakdown and return supplies to the Collaboratory office.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the events.
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
- Must be available during business hours on one day during the week of:
- June 15-18, 2026
- July 20-23, 2026
- October 5-8, 2026
- Must be on-site, and fully available between 7 AM – 9 PM (exact hours to be determined) on:
- June 22-25, 2026
- July 27-29, 2026
- October 13, 2026
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
II. POSITION INFORMATION
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Graduate School of Education & Human Development (GSEHD)
Family
Sub-Family
Stream
Level
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Hours Per Week: 30 (varies as needed)
Hiring Range $25.00
Work Schedule: The role requires long, on-site days during event dates, with limited hours before and after each convening.
Position Designation:
Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person)
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Position Type:
Posting Number: T001138
Job Open Date: 04/13/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Applicant Review Will Commence On:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Salary : $25