Temp Campus Operations Professional 1 - Event Management

Special Events Coordinator

Responsible for planning, coordinating, publicizing, and implementing special events. Location: Duluth campus, in-person Work Schedule: Up to 40 hours a week Description of Duties: Duties may include identifying priorities, setting goals, formulating event concepts, and establishing and executing work plans for a range of customized experiences strategically designed to enhance engagement and build community. May oversee and have accountability for the administration of events, budget, and assigning work to personnel as needed. May manage vendor relationships (proposals, contract negotiation, and payments). Selects venues, manages catering and menu planning, schedules entertainment, plans decor, handles setup and tear down, arranges guest and room accommodations, and meeting spaces. Handles audiovisual equipment needs and arranges transportation and staffing. Coordinates stakeholder outreach and invitations, advanced and on-site registration, and post-event follow-up and evaluations.

Qualifications Required Qualifications: BA/BS degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least four years.

Pay and Benefits Pay Rate: $23.36 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience. Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.

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