Event Coordinator (6291U), Middle Eastern Studies - 84173
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $33.52 - $43.10
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee Resource Groups
Retirement Plan
Work-life balance
Job Description
The University of California, Berkeley, often referred to as UC Berkeley, is a distinguished public research university located in Berkeley, California. Founded in 1868, UC Berkeley has established itself as a world-class institution recognized for its leadership in academic excellence, innovative research, and commitment to social justice and equity. The university promotes a vibrant and inclusive community where diversity is celebrated and everyone is encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. With a diverse student body and a faculty dedicated to advancing knowledge across a multitude of disciplines, Berkeley truly represents a dynamic environment for learning and growth. Employees at... Show More
Job Requirements
- Working knowledge of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and production and public relations
- Working knowledge of and/or can quickly learn the campus, its programs, policies, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure
- Working organizational skills, including coordination of multiple details
- Excellent calendar management and scheduling skills
- Good interpersonal communication skills and political acumen
- Judgment and effective decision-making and problem resolution skills
- Ability to work professionally under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work with diverse groups including students, staff, faculty, and public
- Ability to represent the campus effectively to its publics
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience/training
- Working knowledge of event planning and production concepts and practices
- Ability to work professionally under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- Effective decision-making and problem resolution skills
- Ability to work in diverse groups including students, staff, faculty, and external partners
- Strong organizational and calendar management abilities
Job Duties
- Plans, organizes and implements small events or portions of larger events such as symposiums, conferences, program events, banquets, and VIP briefings
- Participates in planning, organizing and staffing larger or more complex events, including responsibility for specific event segments such as parking/transportation, catering, etc
- Manages small events
- Scouts potential locations and/or vendors for future events
- Oversees operational support staff
- Coordinates logistics and ensures smooth execution of events
- Provides excellent customer service support during events
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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