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CES Event Specialist, UPDATED*

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Sonoma State University is a public institution known for its commitment to teaching excellence, scholarship, community engagement, and inclusion. Located in the beautiful city of Sonoma, the university offers a diverse and vibrant campus environment that nurtures innovation, creativity, and academic growth. Sonoma State University values sustainability, respect, responsibility, and integrity, making it a welcoming place for students, faculty, and staff alike. As a member of the California State University (CSU) system, the university adheres to high standards of employment practices and offers competitive compensation and benefits to support its workforce. The campus fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous... Show More

Job Requirements

  • bachelor's degree or equivalent training or administrative work experience
  • experience involving study, analysis, or evaluation leading to development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs
  • intermediate computer proficiency
  • ability to handle multiple work priorities and interact effectively with all levels inside and outside the university
  • willingness to comply with California residency requirement
  • successful completion of background check

Job Qualifications

  • bachelor's degree or equivalent training and administrative work experience
  • working knowledge and experience in event and conference coordination preferred
  • intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
  • knowledge of Google Suite, PeopleSoft, 25Live, Social Tables, Trello, and Caterease preferred
  • strong communication and customer service skills
  • ability to use independent judgment and interpret policies

Job Duties

  • prepare agreements and contracts
  • maintain account relationships
  • oversee development, evaluation, and coordination of event setup to arrival
  • input data into campus scheduling software and catering software
  • recommend product and service enhancements
  • adhere to internal communication methods
  • coordinate product and service deliveries

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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