College Event Coordinator

3 days ago


University Park, Iowa, United States Penn State University Full time

Event Planning Role at Penn State University

The Events Specialist at Penn State University plans and organizes large-scale events, collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand objectives and develop event budgets. This role involves directing personnel to ensure operations run smoothly on the day of the event.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise customers on developing event plans, including objectives, venue selection, decor, sequence of events, layout of spaces, equipment rentals, and catering requirements
  • Generate event work orders and communicate with internal stakeholders
  • Manage inventory and maintain documentation through applicable software programs to track performance and assist in business development efforts
  • Monitor activities to ensure regulatory and policy compliance, participant satisfaction, and problem resolution
  • Conduct post-event evaluations and coordinate services such as accommodations, transportation, tours, and event security
  • Provide backup administrative support to the Operations Department in the areas of purchasing and financial assistance

Requirements:

  • Education and experience requirements are outlined in the application instructions
  • To apply, please include a cover letter and resume with your application

Benefits:

  • The position is based at the University Park Campus, with flexible work arrangements available
  • Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to generous vacation time and paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


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