Entry Level Event Operations Coordinator Jobs
New grad event operations coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on event coordination can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Banking & Financial Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Oak View, UG2, and Ursus hiring at this level now.
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- 497024
- Lexington
- Staff
- Part-time
- Closing at: Nov 21 2026 - 23:55 EST
- Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Title: Event Coordinator- Part Time
Salary Range: $13.00- 21.48 per hour
Contract Term Length: Not Applicable
Standard Hours: Varies
Work Location: On-Site
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
College: Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Campus Location: Bluegrass C&TC - Leestown Campus
Department: Finance and Operations
Job Summary
The Event Coordinator will work closely with the other members of the Facilities department to oversee college events, both internal and external. They will assist with making reservations, setting up rooms and coordinating with maintenance and custodial services. Additionally, they will assist with special projects in the Facilities department, which will include updating campus signage, issuing keys and working with outside vendors on smaller projects.
Job Duties:
Coordinate campus activities, assist with event set ups and breakdowns and participate in operations duties as assigned for the Lexington campus on a day-to-day basis.-
Work with the other Event Coordinator to assist as a point of contact for all internal meetings and assist in the planning and implementation of the events. -
Monitor meeting and event reservations to make sure all necessary Facilities and Operations work orders have been placed and scheduled, and all set-ups have been performed. -
Review campus activities and participate in operations duties as assigned for the Lexington campus on a day-to-day basis. -
Manage an inventory of furniture and decorations to be used at events and special functions (pipe and drape, event tables, tablecloths, place settings, etc.) -
Work with the Director of Facilities Services on special projects in the department, including furniture purchasing and moving, updating signage and getting quotes from 3rd party contractors for smaller projects. -
Serve as a reservation manager for the colleges room scheduling software Archibus. Work with reservation requestors to resolve any issues that may arise. -
Offer training and assistance with reservations to college Faculty and Staff. -
Other duties as assigned. -
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (related field), and two years related experience, or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (related field), and four years related experience, or equivalent.
Additional Skills Requested:
- Commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community and technical college.
- Personal and professional integrity with an attention to detail.
- Ability to problem solve and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others.
- Good interpersonal, writing, teamwork and communication skills.
Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.
- 497024
- Lexington
- Staff
- Part-time
- Closing at: Nov 21 2026 - 23:55 EST
- Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Title: Event Coordinator- Part Time
Salary Range: $13.00- 21.48 per hour
Contract Term Length: Not Applicable
Standard Hours: Varies
Work Location: On-Site
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
College: Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Campus Location: Bluegrass C&TC - Leestown Campus
Department: Finance and Operations
Job Summary
The Event Coordinator will work closely with the other members of the Facilities department to oversee college events, both internal and external. They will assist with making reservations, setting up rooms and coordinating with maintenance and custodial services. Additionally, they will assist with special projects in the Facilities department, which will include updating campus signage, issuing keys and working with outside vendors on smaller projects.
Job Duties:
Coordinate campus activities, assist with event set ups and breakdowns and participate in operations duties as assigned for the Lexington campus on a day-to-day basis.-
Work with the other Event Coordinator to assist as a point of contact for all internal meetings and assist in the planning and implementation of the events. -
Monitor meeting and event reservations to make sure all necessary Facilities and Operations work orders have been placed and scheduled, and all set-ups have been performed. -
Review campus activities and participate in operations duties as assigned for the Lexington campus on a day-to-day basis. -
Manage an inventory of furniture and decorations to be used at events and special functions (pipe and drape, event tables, tablecloths, place settings, etc.) -
Work with the Director of Facilities Services on special projects in the department, including furniture purchasing and moving, updating signage and getting quotes from 3rd party contractors for smaller projects. -
Serve as a reservation manager for the colleges room scheduling software Archibus. Work with reservation requestors to resolve any issues that may arise. -
Offer training and assistance with reservations to college Faculty and Staff. -
Other duties as assigned. -
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (related field), and two years related experience, or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (related field), and four years related experience, or equivalent.
Additional Skills Requested:
- Commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community and technical college.
- Personal and professional integrity with an attention to detail.
- Ability to problem solve and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others.
- Good interpersonal, writing, teamwork and communication skills.
Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.
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Entry Level Event Operations Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level event operations coordinator job?
Start by building hands-on experience through campus event committees, volunteer coordination roles, or internships with event planning companies or nonprofits. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate logistics awareness, vendor communication, and attention to detail. A portfolio showing real events you helped execute, even small ones, gives you a concrete edge over candidates who list only coursework.
Which companies hire entry level event operations coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level event operations coordinators right now include Oak View, UG2, and Ursus, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a wide range of organizations, including event agencies, hospitality groups, corporate marketing teams, and nonprofits that rely on coordinators to support their event calendars.
Are there remote entry level event operations coordinator jobs?
Yes, though most coordinator roles at this level involve some on-site presence given the hands-on nature of event work. About 11% of entry level event operations coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to focus on logistics planning, vendor outreach, and administrative coordination rather than day-of execution.
Are these new grad event operations coordinator jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or student organization involvement, and may ask for a portfolio rather than a lengthy work history. These are designed as first roles, not stepping-stone promotions.
Which industries hire the most entry level event operations coordinators?
Entry Level event operations coordinator roles concentrate in Education, Banking & Financial Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because they run recurring event programs and need coordinators who can grow into the role through direct, structured experience.