Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $45,500.00 - $68,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
University-paid life insurance
retirement plans
generous leave policies
24/7 support services
well-being resources
Tuition Assistance
Job Description
The University of Iowa, a premier public research university and a member of the Big Ten Conference, is renowned for fostering a supportive and dynamic academic community committed to student success, research excellence, and impactful education. The Division of Student Life at the University of Iowa embodies this mission by providing educationally purposeful services and activities that extend beyond the classroom. This division is an essential part of the university’s holistic approach to student development and well-being, comprising 15 specialized departments ranging from Recreation Services to the Office of Leadership, Service, and Civic Engagement. They emphasize collaboration, innovation, and student... Show More
Job Requirements
- bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 1-3 years work experience with event management processes and activities
- ability to plan, organize and execute events and to coordinate resources before, during and after an event
- knowledge of the techniques and ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
- ability to calmly assess and resolve issues, handle customer inquiries, resolve complaints, and make constructive and informed decisions
- work experience using standard office computer applications such as email and MS Office
- extensive experience setting up, programming, and operating analogue and digital sound boards and lighting consoles for large events
- basic knowledge and ability to apply organizations performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance
Job Qualifications
- bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- work experience with event management processes and activities
- ability to plan, organize and execute events and to coordinate resources before, during and after an event
- knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
- ability to calmly assess and resolve issues, handle customer inquiries, resolve complaints, and make constructive and informed decisions
- work experience using standard office computer applications, i.e., email and MS Office
- extensive experience setting up, programming, and operating analogue and digital sound boards and lighting consoles for large events
- basic knowledge and ability to apply organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance
- experience using event management software such as Event Management Systems, Mazevo, Microsoft Visio, Extron control systems
- basic experience with audio and lighting installations
- knowledge of and ability to use tools and techniques to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from an emergency
- familiarity with gaming software and hardware
Job Duties
- meet with clients and assist with event planning
- ensure all meeting and event activity needs are met with a primary focus on audiovisual equipment
- oversee audiovisual equipment purchases, supply inventory, and maintenance of equipment and supplies
- make recommendations to Associate Director on potential new acquisitions
- perform administrative activities such as preparation of specific and periodic reports, payroll for assigned staff
- recommend improvements in service methods, equipment performance, use of equipment, and staff scheduling to increase efficiency and safety of departmental staff
- assist with long range planning of department rate structure, equipment pricing, and services provided
- interview, select, hire, train, evaluate and review the performance of assigned staff
- recommend or initiate personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures
- participate in the development of hourly student staff through engagement in the Iowa GROW program
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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