Education Coordinator

University of Arkansas System

Education Coordinator at UAMS planning student events and promoting the College of Pharmacy's identity. Liaising with student organizations to enhance engagement and support professional development.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeLittle Rock • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in event planning, project management, and student services coordination, with a strong focus on compliance with university policies and effective communication. Proficient in managing student organizations and fostering community engagement through various programs and activities.

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Event PlanningProject ManagementLeadershipCommunicationOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Event CoordinationData AnalysisRecord MaintenanceFeedback CollectionScheduling

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceIndependenceRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteWorkdaySurveyMonkeyREDCap

Industry Keywords

University PoliciesStudent ServicesStudent OrganizationsAlumni NetworkingCommunity Building

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary liaison between the Office of Student Services and student organizations
Ensure student activities comply with university policies
Review requests for meetings, events, speakers, fundraising activities, and promotional materials
Maintain student organization records, calendars, handbooks, and annual reports
Share information about events, scholarships, employment, and professional development opportunities
Promote College of Pharmacy activities and accomplishments through newsletters, social media, and the website
Plan and coordinate student events, ceremonies, orientations, interviews, career fairs, and other activities
Manage the Student Ambassador Program
Coordinate alumni networking and mentorship opportunities
Maintain and distribute student rosters and class information
Track and report student absences
Coordinate student wellness and community-building activities
Maintain and share student resources
Respond to student questions and connect students with appropriate services
Protect confidential student information
Collect and analyze feedback to improve student programs and activities
Maintain Office of Student Services data and databases
Schedule and coordinate team meetings
Supervise three student workers
Provide professional customer service and maintain positive working relationships
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field PLUS three (3) years of experience in event planning, event coordination, and/or project management
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong event-planning, project-coordination, leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to stay organized and work independently
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field PLUS two (2) years of administrative, event planning, event coordination, and/or project management experience
Intermediate-level computer proficiency and the ability to learn new technology quickly
Experience with Workday, SurveyMonkey, and REDCap
Knowledge of UAMS policies and practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy