Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,004.00 - $84,996.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
sick leave
Paid Personal Days
Bereavement leave
Employee assistance program
Free tuition
Reduced child care costs
Reduced bus fare
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech), located just outside of Seattle, Washington, is a prominent public institute of technology established in 1949. It is the only public institution in Washington State that offers students cutting-edge skills tailored to today’s workforce demands. LWTech provides ten applied bachelor's degrees, over 40 associate degrees, and 93 professional certificates across 43 diverse areas of study. It is known for its strong focus on STEM programs, encompassing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Serving nearly 6,500 students from diverse backgrounds, LWTech is centrally located in Kirkland, Washington, a thriving city that hosts major corporations including GoDaddy,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
- strong customer service orientation
- excellent communication and organizational skills
- proficiency with scheduling software and Microsoft Office
- ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends
- ability to perform physical tasks including lifting 50-75 lbs, standing, walking, sitting for long periods, kneeling, squatting, stooping, and using stairs or ladders
- authorization to work in the United States
- successful completion of background and reference checks
- submission of official transcripts and certifications upon employment
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Communications, or related field or equivalent experience
- minimum of 3 years of experience in event planning, facilities management, or related field
- strong customer service orientation and problem-solving skills
- excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities
- experience with scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite
- ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
- experience in a higher education or public sector setting preferred
- familiarity with room scheduling and event management platforms such as EMS and 25Live preferred
- supervisory experience preferred
- budget management and revenue tracking experience preferred
Job Duties
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all non-student internal and external events
- manage scheduling, coordination, and execution of events across multiple campus venues
- develop and enforce event policies in compliance with college, local, and state regulations
- ensure smooth event operations including space setup, technology needs, and vendor coordination
- work flexibly, including early mornings, nights, and weekends as needed
- prepare reports and track data on facility usage, event performance, and revenue
- meet with internal and external clients to assess event needs and provide logistical support
- coordinate services with college departments such as Facilities, IT, Custodial, Campus Safety, and Marketing
- generate accurate contracts, service quotes, and bids
- serve as the on-site representative during events, resolving issues as they arise
- maintain strong communication and relationships with clients before, during, and after events
- interpret and explain LWTech policies regarding event logistics, safety, and compliance
- generate new business leads and meet annual revenue targets
- collaborate with Marketing in the development of marketing strategies and promotional materials
- represent LWTech at community events to build relationships with external partners
- promote event services through digital, print, and in-person engagement
- develop and maintain content on the Event Services webpage
- review and prioritize event space requests to optimize space usage and ensure compliance
- coordinate support services for complex events including multi-day conferences and workshops
- provide basic technical support and coordinate with IT for multimedia and A/V needs
- offer support via phone, email, and remote tools for events and conference-related issues
- track inventory and manage expendable event items
- process billing and payments in collaboration with the Business Office
- conduct quarterly department meetings
- regularly inspect event spaces and address maintenance issues
- perform additional duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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