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Student Engagement & Events Coordinator, Mike Ilitch School of Business
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $46,824.00 - $56,183.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Job Description
Wayne State University is a premier public urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan. It serves a diverse student population, offering rich, high-quality education in an inclusive environment that emphasizes excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and equity. The university is renowned for fostering exceptional educational opportunities that prepare students to succeed in a global society, supported by its commitment to innovation and community engagement. As a hub of academic and cultural activity, Wayne State deeply integrates with the Detroit community, providing students and alumni access to various professional, cultural, and social resources that enhance their educational and personal... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Prior experience in event planning, student engagement, operations, facilities management, or hospitality required
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Customer-service-oriented, dependable, and proactive in anticipating customer needs
- Basic understanding of audiovisual systems and willingness to learn venue-specific technology
- Ability to lift and move furniture or equipment safely
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Prior experience in event planning, student engagement, operations, facilities management, or hospitality required
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Customer-service-oriented, dependable, and proactive in anticipating customer needs
- Basic understanding of audiovisual systems and willingness to learn venue-specific technology
- Ability to lift and move furniture or equipment safely
Job Duties
- Assist in the planning, organization, and coordination of events including meetings, programs, and signature initiatives that support student success, alumni engagement, enrollment, and school visibility
- Meet with planning committees and stakeholders to define event scope, goals, desired outcomes, and facility preparations
- Coordinate volunteers and staff assignments to ensure seamless event execution, as needed
- Establish and monitor work plans and budget proposals
- secure vendors, coordinate payment processing
- and oversee the development of printing and promotional materials
- Coordinate participant registrations, speaker support, catering, and custodial needs and serve as a liaison to venue and event service providers
- Manage project scope and changes
- identify potential risks and develop contingency plans
- Prepare event briefings and run-of-show documents and conduct post-event debriefings to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement
- Assist with daily event setups, including room access, furniture, technical equipment, and materials in accordance with event specifications
- Provide onsite coordination and event management, serving as the primary point of contact during live events as assigned
- Support both internal and external group events with a focus on professionalism, timing, and guest satisfaction
- Assist in maintaining event and operations documentation, calendars, and reports
- Collaborate with the Director to maintain and update the team’s Standard Operating Procedure manual and event checklists
- Support student organizations in scheduling and planning meetings and events, ensuring alignment with school policies and collaboration with relevant departments and programs
- Attend staff meetings, brainstorming sessions, and training activities as required
- Assist with the mentorship and supervision of student assistants and volunteers, supporting their skill development, accountability, and contributions to a collaborative team environment
- Monitor the cleanliness and appearance of public, meeting, and event spaces
- perform light cleaning as needed and report issues to the Director of Events and Operations
- Organize and maintain orderly storage areas
- ensure timely removal or repair of damaged furnishings
- Understand and assist with basic sound and video procedures for event spaces within the school
- Provide backup support to the Director for building operations, including managing incoming work order requests, responding to facility emergencies, and supporting event space reservations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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