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Coordinator of Conference Services & Special Events

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee wellness programs
Tuition Assistance

Job Description

Indiana Tech is a dynamic and independent university dedicated to providing career-oriented education across a broad spectrum of disciplines including business, engineering, computer sciences, criminal justice, cybersecurity, marketing, health sciences, communication, and helping professions. Founded with a strong teaching focus, Indiana Tech serves nearly 1,500 traditional undergraduate students on its scenic main campus and close to 5,000 adult and online learners. The institution offers a variety of degree programs ranging from associate to doctoral levels, as well as undergraduate and graduate certificates, designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge for real-world success. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • One to three years of relevant professional experience preferred
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Experience in event logistics support
  • Working knowledge of audio-visual equipment and event technology
  • Experience with scheduling and event management software preferred
  • Ability to collaborate with multiple campus departments
  • Strong organizational and communication abilities
  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends
  • Ability to lift and carry loads between 5-60 lbs
  • Ability to kneel, climb stairs and ladders, stoop, and bend
  • Capable of managing multiple priorities
  • Commitment to providing excellent client service

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, event management, business, communications, public relations, marketing, higher education administration, or related field preferred
  • One to three years of professional experience in conference services, event planning, hospitality, venue operations, or related field preferred
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Experience supporting event logistics including scheduling, communication, room setups, vendor coordination, and day-of-event execution
  • Working knowledge of audio-visual equipment, event technology, and basic troubleshooting
  • Experience using scheduling, database, or event management software preferred
  • Ability to work collaboratively with campus partners including IT, dining, security, and facilities
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with attention to detail
  • Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
  • Intermediate skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database and expert skills in Outlook
  • Experience supporting events from inquiry through execution preferred
  • Experience with clients, guests, vendors, and event hosts preferred
  • Experience with summer camps, conferences, or special events is a plus
  • Experience supervising student employees or part-time staff is preferred
  • Working knowledge of relevant event regulations including Fire Marshal, Health and Safety, and Liquor licensing is preferred

Job Duties

  • Serve as first point of contact for special events with internal and external constituents
  • Provide exemplary customer service and specialized knowledge of audio-visual equipment, vendors, support services, scheduling, contracting, and risk management procedures
  • Provide information to potential clients including quotes, diagrams, facility tours and walk-through meetings
  • Serve as the primary system administrator with the campus scheduling software, Ad Astra, including maintaining software upgrades, developing user trainings, and coordinating material
  • Build and manage an effective conference services team, including hiring and retaining student staff
  • Delegate tasks and make decisions while overseeing event logistics
  • Oversee equipment training, inventories, and coordination with on-campus service providers
  • Work collaboratively with Information Technology on technological needs within conference services venues
  • Provide inventory control and maintenance according to established procedures
  • Collaborate with dining services and security to ensure safety and compliance with fire and health regulations
  • Serve as primary lead for coordinating summer camp events
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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