Marketing Events Coordinator (NFWS)

Company: Grand Canyon Education
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is seeking a Marketing Events Coordinator to support the mission of Grand Canyon University through GCE's Marketing department. Purpose Within the Organization : To assist Marketing Event Planners with traditional enrollment initiatives through event logistics. Responsibilities Related to Purpose : Students will have a large amount of responsibility and ownership organizing, facilitating, executing, communicating, and staffing a wide variety of event logistics. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to event research, staffing, budget tracking entries, and general administrative support. This job is 70% in the office and 30% in the field, which may require personal transportation and/or the need to work non-traditional hours. *Local Only (Within 30 miles of Campus) Staffs events at a lead position Preforms beginning, middle and post event tasks Good attention to detail and analytical skills Extremely detail oriented, and excellent written communication Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, cope with changing priorities and complete projects with competing deadlines Experience working on multiple projects at once Demonstrated ability to maintain poise under stress and to respond to requests quickly and logically Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends Builds and maintains a variety of event materials and spreadsheets Updates training materials Qualifications: Attention to detail and reliability are a must High level of confidence and leadership to assume lead roles Flexible schedule, including evening and weekend availability Must be able to commit to working the maximum allotted hours Ability to learn programs quickly (i.e. Excel, CRM, Visio, Prezi, etc.) Strong communication skills (both written and verbally) Ability to lift up to 25lbs is preferred Must be able to work summers *Local Only (Within 30 miles of Campus) Grand Canyon Education is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment: Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program. Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student. Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University. You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements. Pay Rate: Minimum Wage Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2026 Number of Openings: 2 Manager: Senior Marketing Manager

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