PHRC Meeting & Events Coordinator

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Events Assistant supports the planning of special events; coordinates guests lists and attendee invitations and registration; assists with vendor research and maintaining vendor contracts; executes checklists; processes surveys and evaluations; creates summaries and status reports; maintains records. This is a term position funded for one year from the date of hire with good possibility of refunding.

• Assist with planning and coordination of special events, conferences, and meetings

• Research venues and services conforming to customer requirements; make reservations as directed

• Coordinate attendee invitations; arrange accommodations, transportation, tours, catering, and event security

• Coordinate availability of signage, displays, printing, audio-visual equipment and other technology, and any special needs requirements

• Execute pre-event checklists; address or elevate issues of concern

• Process post-event surveys and evaluations; provide improvement area recommendations

• Promote environmental management and sustainability including recycling, conservation, and waste management

• Maintain contracts, agreements, and other records; create summaries and status reports

• Provide general administrative support

Education and Experience:

• This position requires a High School Diploma plus two plus years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

How to Apply and Additional Information:

• Please submit a resume and a cover letter.

• This position offers the potential for aflexibleworkarrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexibleworkshould be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

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