Special Events Coordinator (IN-HOUSE ONLY) - Santa Ana, CA

Golden West College, located in Huntington Beach, California, is a well-established two-year community college that serves over 10,500 students on a vibrant 122-acre campus. Founded in 1966, the college offers an array of programs including more than 60 Associate degrees, a comprehensive university transfer program, over 40 Career and Technical Education certificates, as well as community education and an extensive range of student support services. The college is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and is also eligible as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). Golden West College is deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA), fostering an educational environment that supports various cultures, abilities, and backgrounds. This dedication is reflected in its mission, vision, and comprehensive master plans to deliver high-quality, inclusive education. The Special Events Coordinator position at Golden West College is a classified staff role dedicated to supporting the maintenance and operations department. This full-time, 12-month role is offered exclusively to current permanent and temporary employees within the Coast Community College District. The salary range for this position is between $63,066.03 and $85,025.96 annually. The coordinator will play a critical role in planning, coordinating, and implementing a variety of large-scale events such as workshops, conferences, training sessions, recruiting and alumni fairs, as well as local and regional competitions. This position requires a hands-on approach before, during, and after events, including logistics coordination, communication, and administrative support. In this role, the Special Events Coordinator will work closely with campus and district administrators to ensure smooth execution and hospitality support for various activities. They will be responsible for developing and maintaining participant lists, scheduling programs, arranging venues, and managing multimedia production along with materials such as flyers, announcements, and certificates. The role demands proficiency in graphic arts and desktop publishing to prepare high-quality promotional materials and event catalogs. Additionally, the coordinator will be involved in selecting competition criteria and managing logistics such as fees, billing, and correspondence. Candidates for this position must be skilled in organizing for large groups and multi-organization collaborations, possessing the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as necessary. The role also expects someone who demonstrates responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse student population, embracing equity-minded practices. Golden West College offers an inclusive and supportive workplace with significant employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, retirement plans, and assistance programs. This position provides a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about event management and community engagement within a respected educational institution committed to fostering student success and cultural competence. Prospective candidates must submit a complete application packet that includes the district’s online employment application, a resume, cover letter, and responses to supplemental questions by the specified deadline. The college encourages diversity and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities to promote an accessible hiring process.

• Associate's degree with emphasis on event management, hospitality, or related discipline
• Three years of experience coordinating and supporting conferences for large groups
• Valid driver license
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as assigned
• Must be a current permanent or temporary CCCD employee
• Must comply with District policies and professional ethics
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Submit complete application packet including online application, resume, cover letter, and supplemental question responses by the deadline