Conference and Event Coordinator

Memorial Union

Search 1438 - Posted July 26, 2023

Emporia State University currently has a Conference & Event Coordinator vacancy with our Memorial Union team located in Emporia, KS.

If you . . .

·        Possess exceptional organizational skills

·        Have a strong customer service orientation

·        Are recognized for your ability to move quickly without losing track of the details

. . . then put your skills and abilities to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, university environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the public relations individual of the Conference and Scheduling Office
• Conduct facility tours with prospective clients
• Work independently with conference clients to accurately communicating the capabilities of the facility and the staff to meet the specific needs of each event
• Schedule meetings and make event reservations within the Event Management Systems (EMS) software, including requests for catering, setup, and technology needs.
• Coordinate services between summer camp directors and the University departments providing contracted services to camps as this position serves as Emporia State University’s summer camp manager.
• Develop and administer camp contracts, secure University housing and food services, procure facility usage necessary for each camp to fulfill its mission, and generally oversee all summer camp/conference activity at Emporia State University

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High school diploma
• Four years of experience in general office, clerical, and administrative support work.
• Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by ESU.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year institution
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills

COMPENSATION:

• Salary: $16.02 hourly
• Emporia State University offers a generous benefit package. Find out more about our health benefits, retirement options, paid time off, dependent and spouse tuition waiver program, and many other benefits at this link.

APPLY:

To apply, upload a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references here.

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hire.

Review of Application Materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

For more information

Jose Pavon

HR Professional

jpavon@emporia.edu

620-341-6033

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.