Multicultural Center Events & Operations Lead

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's Cross-Cultural Center seeks a Facilities, Operations, and Events Coordinator to serve as the primary operations and programs coordinator for a large campus space supporting 12-15 daily activities and 50-400 visitors daily.

The role handles reservation systems, front desk operations, payroll and travel administration, purchasing, and liaison with campus partners to ensure compliant, smooth operations and impactful student engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising students and directing multiple student employees.
• Proven ability to plan and organize events, meetings, workshops and other activities.
• Strong project management and ability to move projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent organization skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Customer service experience via phone, in person, or electronic systems.
• Proficient with common computer software (calendar, spreadsheets, word processing, databases).
• Ability to analyze operations data to support reporting and planning.
• Clear communication with diverse groups and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the Cross-Cultural Center and its six spaces.
• Manage reservation system, facilities usage, front desk, and safety/compliance procedures.
• Provide payroll/personnel support, travel admin, purchasing, and documentation.
• Liaise with Facilities, IT, and other campus partners to coordinate needs.
• Support program development, events, and student engagement initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and supervision of student employees and interns.

Skills

Student supervision

Event planning

Project management

Organization

Customer service

Software proficiency

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

UC San Diego's Cross-Cultural Center seeks a Facilities, Operations, and Events Coordinator to serve as the primary operations and programs coordinator for a large campus space supporting 12-15 daily activities and 50-400 visitors daily.

The role handles reservation systems, front desk operations, payroll and travel administration, purchasing, and liaison with campus partners to ensure compliant, smooth operations and impactful student engagement.