| Company Name: |
Grinnell College |
| Location: |
Grinnell, IA United States |
| Position Type: |
Full Time |
| Post Date: |
12/13/2025 |
| Expire Date: |
03/25/2026 |
| Job Categories: |
Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations, Hospitality/Tourism, Information Technology, Sales, Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration, Logistics, Research & Development |
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Event and Outreach Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY
The Event and Outreach Coordinator is responsible for providing outreach and maintaining strong relationships with both new and existing customers, with the goal of increasing yearly revenue and enhancing the guest experience. This role coordinates and provides on-site hospitality for campus guests and visitors, assists with the execution of summer conferences, and supports student employment related to event operations.
The coordinator drives the programmatic vision and execution for Scholars' Convocation programming and external weddings, overseeing programmatic budgets, marketing, committee management, and event execution. This position collaborates closely with campus partners to ensure exceptional coordination of internal and external events and programs.
Key Responsibilities
Outreach and Relationship Development
- Lead outreach and maintain relationships with new and existing customers to promote campus event services and expand external partnerships
- Collaborate with campus stakeholders to align external engagement with institutional goals and ensure customer satisfaction
Scholars' Convocation
- Drive programmatic vision, planning, and execution of the Scholars' Convocation series
- Manage budgets, coordinate marketing and logistics, and serve as liaison to speakers, committees, and departments
Wedding Liaison
- Serve as primary campus contact for weddings and related receptions
- Coordinate logistics including scheduling, facilities, catering, safety, and audiovisual needs
- Provide on-site hospitality and ensure successful event execution
Campus Liaison and Event Coordination
- Serve as liaison with campus offices and departments to schedule and manage internal and external events.
- Represent the Office of Event Coordination and Scheduling on assigned committees
Summer Conferences and Student Employment Support
- Assist with the coordination and execution of summer conferences and campus programs
- Focus on guest relations, logistical support, and student employment coordination
ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGE
Grinnell College is a top-ranking private liberal arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.
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