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University of Arizona

Events Planner

Tucson, AZ

This includes coordinating with other staff responsible for various events in the college to ensure collaboration and increased communication across departments and units. * Provide logistical ...

Texas Tech University

Event Coordinator

Lubbock, TX · On-site

Major/Essential Functions 50% Dean's Office Event Planning * Serve as lead coordinator for all Dean's Office events. Proactively identify opportunities to improve college event experiences ...

Scripps College

Temporary Events Assistant

Claremont, CA · On-site

$20 - $22.25/hr

Reporting to the Interim Event Services Supervisor, the Temporary Events Assistant monitors the day-to-day operation of the Event Management System (EMS), assists College event planners by ...

Scripps College

Temporary Events Assistant

Claremont, CA · On-site

$20 - $22.25/hr

Reporting to the Interim Event Services Supervisor, the Temporary Events Assistant monitors the day-to-day operation of the Event Management System (EMS), assists College event planners by ...

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Blood Drive Event Planner

Lexington, SC

Strengthen community relationships by attending events, health fairs, and outreach opportunities ... College degree preferred * 2+ years of experience in account management, sales, marketing, or a ...

JERSEY COLLEGE

Career Services Planner

Tampa, FL · On-site

Jersey College is committed to excellence and innovation in nursing education, having graduated ... Plan and oversee job fairs, workshops, and other career-related events. * Conduct graduate ...

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Events Planner

Tucson, AZ

University of Arizona
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

University Of Arizona rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

339th of 633 rated colleges and universities

Job description

  • Oversee all aspects of annual, scheduled events and other special events from conception through follow-up.
  • Coordinate with internal and external constituents to plan, organize, schedule, and execute event details related to location scouting and booking, registration, catering, entertainment, technology, equipment, staffing, and other relevant activities, following all University of Arizona and COH policies and procedures related to contracts, alcohol permits, etc.
  • Maintain calendars and communication to ensure all aspects of events are scheduled sufficiently in advance and all participants are aware of tasks and timelines. This includes coordinating with other staff responsible for various events in the college to ensure collaboration and increased communication across departments and units.
  • Provide logistical support for all special events, including assisting with set-up and breakdown as needed.
  • Operate A/V technology equipment effectively to support events.
  • Provide essential services to students, faculty, staff and administrators, while also representing the college with the highest level of professionalism.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and logistical support for all special events.
  • Display initiative and creative problem-solving to ensure events are handled professionally and efficiently.
  • Cross-train with Marketing and Alumni Relations staff to provide backup for critical tasks.
  • Coordinate volunteers for larger events such as Commencement and work closely with the Director of Recruitment to oversee student ambassadors at events.
  • Maintain contact with personnel from the various outside organizations and university departments associated with scheduled events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to maintain calendars.
  • Ability to communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all aspects of events are scheduled sufficiently in advance, and all participants are aware of tasks and timelines.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality for VIP events.
  • Ability to operate A/V technology.
  • Ability to take initiative.
  • Creative problem-solving to ensure events are handled professionally and efficiently.
  • Ability to coordinate volunteers for large events.
  • Ability to work with a cross-functional team.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Demands

  • Lifting: Employees are frequently required to lift, move, carry, and transport materials and equipment associated with event setup and breakdown.
  • Outdoor Environment: Employees occasionally work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions (i.e. student recruitment event on campus mall.)

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