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[2026-2027 Student Programming Commission] Speakers Coordinator Application (Due Friday, 5/29, at 11:59 PM)

A Speakers Coordinator is responsible for planning and executing events that bring influential voices and thought leaders to speak directly with the UCI student body. Through these events, the division encourages students to participate in meaningful discussions about issues impacting the undergraduate community as well as broader societal topics. By hosting engaging and high-profile speakers, the Speakers division aims to spark dialogue, broaden perspectives, and generate excitement across the student community.

The Speakers Coordinator will:

- Plan and execute SPC speaker events, such as, but not limited to, ZotTalks.

- Facilitate the recruitment of notable figures, both academic and non-academic, to speak to UCI students.

- Promote student involvement at UCI through these events that are hosted.

- Encourage a positive intern and office dynamic.

- Host weekly commission meetings to discuss event programming.

- Attend weekly SPC leadership meetings and weekly All-Staff meetings

- Uphold professional and effective communication with professional staff to facilitate productive event programming.

- Fulfill all required and assigned duties of a coordinator from the SPC and Chief of Staff in a timely manner.

- Uphold an inclusive, welcoming environment in the Office of SPC and in the areas that its events extend.

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1. Why do you want to be a Speakers Coordinator? What would taking on this role look like to you? (Answer in 3-5 sentences.)*
2. What are some of your qualifications and/or experiences that make you a good candidate for this position? (Answer in 3-5 sentences.)*
3. Describe the type of dynamic, both social and professional, that you would establish with your Co-Coordinator and Interns, as well as the division of labor between you and them. (Answer in 3-5 sentences.)*
4. What is one quality/trait that you have that you feel is essential for success in this position, and why? (Answer in 3-5 sentences.)*
5. Speakers events are focused on recruiting speakers that align with the interests of the UCI student body. How would you ensure that you are effectively communicating with professional staff, CORE staff, and your interns to facilitate high-quality programming so that your events receive significant attention and positive reception? (Answer in 4-6 sentences.)*
6. How would you increase turnout at your events? Please provide examples. (Answer in 3-5 sentences.)*
7. What would you like to see this commission accomplish? New ideas are welcome.*
8. Hypothetical Situation: the first Speakers event that you host at the start of the year receives negative feedback. How will you ensure that the next Speakers event you host is reflective of what the student body wants to see? (Answer in 3-5 sentences.)*
9. Please list your commitments for the 2026-2027 year, as well as an estimate of the amount of time that you will dedicate to each commitment. Where does SPC rank in your priorities?*
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Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan
Employment Misconduct*
Legal Right to Work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

a. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
E-Verify
Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php