Operations Specialist - Events & Visitation

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Operations Specialist - Events & Visitation – Job .

Location:

Statesboro, Georgia. Full Time, Regular.

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern is a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university serving more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and 106 nations. The university operates three campuses:
Statesboro, Armstrong (Savannah), and Liberty (Hinesville). It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and holds additional professional and academic accreditations as applicable. Georgia Southern is recognized for its programs and services and is listed by Forbes among America's Best-In-State Employers for 2025.

There is a place for you to work in an environment that supports personal and professional growth. The university emphasizes hands-on learning and student-centered engagement, providing opportunities for leadership and development.

The Operations Specialist is a full-time role based at Georgia Southern University's Statesboro campus, dedicated to facilitating event and visitation needs through on- and off-campus partnerships, budget management, and exceptional customer service to campus guests. This role provides organization and administrative support to the Events and Visitation teams, offering students a personalized and seamless experience. The position represents the university at recruitment events and provides informational sessions and tours as needed to prospective students and families.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Events and Visitation, the Administrative Specialist upholds the values of service, collaboration, and excellence advocated by the Division of Enrollment, Marketing, and Student Success.

• Works with the Coordinator of Visitation to coordinate details for daily tours
• Manages events' budget and collaborates with the Assistant to the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management to collect and pay invoices
• Manages the Visitation email account and routes inquiries to admissions/university staff
• Works with the Associate Director of Events and Visitation to order event-related supplies
• Provides excellent customer service while ensuring confidential information is secure
• Provides daily tours and information sessions as needed
• Assists with planning and coverage of external events as needed
• Communicates with on- and off-campus facilities to reserve and prepare space for Admissions-related events

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Two or more years of related work experience

• Bachelor's Degree

• Experience managing a budget and event planning

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for the position
• Proficiency with computer accessories, spreadsheets, and databases

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet institutional goals and support the University's mission for student success

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply before date:
Open Until Filled. Application review may begin as early as January 19, 2026.

The University System of Georgia (USG) core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values guide all actions within the USG. Details on the USG Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG policy and on-line resources.

• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required

Standard background check required.

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