Events Coordinator

Greenville, SC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job Description

Furman University is a distinguished private liberal arts university located in Greenville, South Carolina. Known for its rigorous academic programs and vibrant campus life, Furman serves a diverse student body with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and community engagement. The university's Career Site provides resources and opportunities designed to connect talented professionals with roles that support Furman's mission to educate leaders for a rapidly changing world. Within this dynamic and supportive environment, the Conference and Event Services department plays a crucial role in facilitating a wide range of campus and community functions that enhance the university experience.

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Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree
1-3 years experience in related field
sales and event experience preferred
proficiency in communication
proficiency in organization
proficiency in administration
commitment to client service
computer proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office
ability to multitask and prioritize
ability to work independently and in a team
availability for evening and weekend work

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
1-3 years' experience in related field
sales experience preferably in hospitality industry
event experience preferably in hospitality industry
demonstrated professional experience
superior communication skills
superior organizational skills
superior administrative skills
commitment to excellent client service
computer proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office
ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
ability to take initiative and work independently

Job Duties

Coordinate with university and off-campus clients to determine event space, technical, and logistical needs
Prepare setup plans for events
communicate plans and revisions to clients and production staff
Coordinate with university departments and vendors to secure resources and staff support for events
Act as manager on duty for Younts Center and other campus events
Promptly address client concerns during events, utilizing departmental, university and vendor resources as appropriate
Provide on call support for summer clients during their time on campus
Communicate and enforce safety and facility policies
Conduct ongoing review of facility operations to ensure compliance with safety procedures
Maintain current information on university facilities and vendors for dissemination to potential clients
Schedule events at the Younts Center and campus wedding venues
Enter and update client information and event bookings in EBMS and R25
resolve booking conflicts with other departmental and university events
Generate contracts, cost estimates and invoices for events
Receive and process contracts and certificates of insurance
Receive payments and forward appropriately for processing
Provide event and incident reports to the Director and, as appropriate, other university departments and external agencies
Serve as a consultant for university departments and organizations planning events not held in spaces administered by the department
Develop professional, cooperative relationships with faculty, staff, student and community constituencies
Monitor equipment conditions and behavior
troubleshoot equipment and, when necessary, refer to appropriate departments/vendors for resolution
Communicate openly and effectively with and recognize the contributions of supervisors and co-workers
Complete performance review process
Pursue professional development to enhance work performance

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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