Coordinator, University Events

Colgate University

paid time off

United States, New York, Hamilton

Apr 08, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category	Support Staff
Position Title	Coordinator, University Events
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Division	Office of the President
Department	University Events
Hiring Wage/Salary Range	$21.75 to $23.75 per hour
Professional Experience/ Qualifications	Excellent interpersonal communication skills and a highly collaborative nature. Must be able to work collegiality with a diverse group of constituents on a daily basis. Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and professionalism while multitasking and managing high pressure situations. Demonstrated strong phone and email etiquette, customer service skills as well as solid written and verbal communication skills used to respond to alumni, parents, the general public, and students regarding a variety of questions and concerns. Demonstrated desire for accuracy and attention to detail and excellent time management. Ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines Must be creative, and capable of brainstorming with a team and enthusiastic about event management. Excellent computer skills required and strong knowledge of a variety of software programs, especially Microsoft Word and Excel, are essential. A willingness and desire to learn new database programs and technology is a plus. Ability to work evening and weekends, as required
Preferred Qualifications
Education	A Bachelor's degree or comparable professional experience is required.
Certifications
Offer Determination	When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Physical Requirements	Ability to stand for long periods. Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Other Information	Occasional travel required to support events. Advanced notice will be provided.
Benefits	Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page.
Department Statement
Accountabilities	Execution of various levels of events from routine to complex in support of institutional strategic initiatives; execution of all administrative procedures and processes central to University Events Responsible for responding to administrative inquiries and brokering services related to events. Accountable for maintaining complex and critical administrative data sets and producing both standard and complex reports related to events Accountable for monitoring events budget and the timely processing of invoices. Responsible for oversight of student or casual wage employees. Responsible for the creation, design, and distribution of events marketing materials. Event registration data management, and various projects related to events and administration.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2025S026Posting
Temporary	No
Work Schedule
Job Open Date	03/21/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement	The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
Clery Act	CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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