Event Coordinator

Madison, WI, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $24.80
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

vacation
Holidays
sick leave
Health Insurance
Retirement benefits
Competitive insurances
Savings accounts

Job Description

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Radiology, part of the esteemed School of Medicine and Public Health, has been a pioneer in clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Established in 1927, the department has grown significantly, now comprising over 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections. It serves as a vital component of the UW Health medical enterprise, renowned for its cutting-edge technology, collaborative excellence, and robust research infrastructure. UW Radiology offers premier imaging facilities including the WIMR Imaging Sciences Center, which boasts 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space equipped with state-of-the-art MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, and AI-driven medical imaging technologies. The department is committed to advancing human health while fostering an inclusive, respectful, and innovative environment that prioritizes patient care, research excellence, and education.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is currently seeking an Event Coordinator to join the Department of Radiology. This Regular, University Staff position plays a critical role in planning and executing a diverse array of events that support the department's top-tier academic and healthcare mission. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating event logistics, organizing promotional materials, managing registrations, and communicating with stakeholders to ensure seamless event delivery. The Event Coordinator will work both onsite and potentially remotely, requiring availability for evening and weekend events, and must be prepared to handle physical tasks including heavy lifting up to 50 pounds. This role demands a highly organized, creative, and detail-oriented professional with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills who thrives in dynamic environments and can meet tight deadlines effectively. The starting salary is $24.80 per hour, negotiable based on experience and qualifications, and includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring vacation, holidays, sick leave, insurance options, and retirement benefits. Joining UW Radiology means becoming part of a legacy of innovation dedicated to improving human health through groundbreaking research, clinical excellence, and education.

Job Requirements

  • At least 1 year of professional experience in event planning
  • experience providing customer service, administrative support, or similar
  • ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
  • capacity to perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds
  • strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • availability to work onsite and remotely
  • flexibility in schedule

Job Qualifications

  • At least 1 year of professional experience in event planning
  • experience providing customer service or administrative support
  • ability to manage complex event logistics
  • experience with digital communications
  • experience with event registration and survey creation
  • preferred Bachelor's Degree

Job Duties

  • Assist with planning and creation of promotional materials for events
  • greet customers and guests, assist with registration, and answer questions
  • monitor and process event-related transactions and records
  • schedule logistics and secure resources for events including space, vendors, and staff
  • coordinate event details and resolve operational issues
  • communicate with customers to determine event requirements, evaluate requests, recommend service plans and pricing, provide status updates

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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