Events Producer

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.

Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro, anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest, offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across southeast Georgia.

Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience, research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed to helping every student go further than they thought possible.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across the nation and around the world.

For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Office of President

Job Summary

The Events Producer will work with internal and external clients to assist with planning, coordinating, promoting, and executing special events for the university. The Events Producer will maintain and communicate the University's policies and procedures for events on-campus, and work with internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Office of Special Events & Protocol website and ensure that all information on the site is up-to-date and accurate, including policies and procedures, contact information, and other important information pertaining to events
• Coordinate and assist in coordinating university special events and/or initiatives for the President and President's Cabinet as well as high-level university events
• Troubleshoot scheduling conflicts and other issues as they arise
• Work collaboratively with the internal and external stakeholders to ensure each event is handled professionally and thoroughly from start to finish, including the planning stage as well as after-action billing and reporting
• Appropriately approve event requests and meeting space reservations, including classrooms, conference rooms, meeting rooms, and ballrooms, as well as athletic and other outdoor spaces
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for all policies and procedures pertaining to hosting events at Georgia Southern University, including, but not limited to minors on-campus, alcohol use, security, parking, and space utilization
• Work with business services and other university partners to ensure accurate and timely billing
• Evaluate services to ensure quality and client satisfaction
• Recruit and hire student assistants as needed
• Establishes, fosters, and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with sponsors, vendors, and other internal and external partners
• Assist in educating internal and external partners regarding protocol, event standards, etiquette, and related issues to enhance partnerships and improve special event outcomes
• Assist in effectively communicating event details to stakeholders involved with the production or execution of an event
• Perform administrative functions as assigned by the Vice President for External Affairs, Communications, and Strategic Initiatives; Chief of Staff to the President and the Associate Vice President for Corporate and Community Relations

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Logistics or related field

Required Experience

• Two (2) or more years of experience in event planning
• Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Logistics or related field

Preferred Experience

• Three (3) or more years of experience working in event planning, specifically in higher education

Proposed Salary

$60,000 - $62,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to plan and coordinate events
• Ability to adapt to new software programs

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Knowledge of best practices for event management, with the ability to communicate them to faculty, staff, students, and the public
• Familiarity with event planning and registration software

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Excellent time-management, detail orientation and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin on October 6, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required
• Work week may extends to evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Work is fast-paced, ever-changing, and results-oriented

Background Check

• Standard + Education & DMV