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Student Services Event Specialist - Burlington, Vermont

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Student Services Event Specialist 📍 Burlington, VT in office 💲 $15.00 - $25.00/hour DOE 🕒 Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30 PM **A weekend day may be required on occasion for an event . 📅 Temporary Assignment: 9/28 through End of Year with possibility of extension. Do you enjoy event planning, student engagement, and working in a fast-paced environment? We're seeking a Student Services Event Specialist to support student recruitment, retention, and campus events for a well-respected higher education institution in Burlington. Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and support recruitment events, including Open Houses, Information Sessions, and Admitted Student programs.
  • Work closely with Admissions to connect prospective students with campus resources, faculty, and staff.
  • Plan and facilitate orientation activities, alumni events, student engagement programs, and retention initiatives.
  • Support summer programs, internships, and new student opportunity development.
  • Serve as a welcoming point of contact for students, families, and visitors.
  • Update websites, recruitment materials, and promotional content.
  • Coordinate branded marketing materials and outreach efforts.
  • Assist with commencement planning and event execution.
  • Provide administrative support to Student Services leadership and staff. Qualifications:
  • 1-3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong event planning, organizational, communication, and proofreading skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion. Preferred Qualifications:
  • Marketing, design, or website maintenance experience.
  • Experience working within a large organization. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating meaningful experiences that support student success, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!