Position Function:
This position manages planning and arrangement of CVM events and activities conducted both on and off campus to promote CVM and its departments, programs, and services. Responsibilities will include budget development, planning for on-site and off-site events, vendor relations and event communications.
Salary Grade: 13
Please see Staff Compensation Structure for salary ranges.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Manages planning and arrangement of meetings, workshops, events, etc. including speakers, agendas, etc. for the CVM. Manages event details including communication, venues, presenters, materials, catering, and technology ensuring each is arranged and completed in an appropriate and timely manner. Organizes and executes administrative aspects of event operations such as invitations, RSVP lists, and timelines.
2. Collaborates with vendors related to the sourcing/procurement and distribution of promotional materials utilized at marketing events. I.e., obtaining quotes, selection of vendors, managing logistics, providing and/or reviewing copy, managing vendor payment. Assists in reviewing quotes to ensure that fair and reasonable pricing is recommended for approval.
3. Coordinates event logistics to include coordinating suitable location, arranging travel for guests (transportation and lodging), arranging catering/food, audio visual equipment, security, parking, and clean up.
4. Builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, during and after events.
5. Maintains calendar of events in order to provide effective long-term planning and event management, anticipating competing events and prioritizing planning to ensure each event is successful.
6. Manages event deadlines, tracks progress, and ensures event stays on track.
7. Works closely with communications, administration, and finance staff to oversee and facilitate event processes.
8. Performs post-event strategic analysis, including budget recaps and results of participant feedback to assess the success of the event, determining where improvements are needed and adjusting future strategies based on these determinations.
9. Prepares follow up communication when needed, including thank you notes.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Focus: Marketing, Public Relations, Project/Event Management or Related
Experience: Two years relevant work experience
Substitutions:
Any equivalent combination of related education and related experience may be considered for this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge and understanding of meeting and event planning principles, requirements, procedures, and available resources.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
• Knowledge of conference facilities, technology, and equipment.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.
• Knowledge of public institution purchasing principles, procedures, regulations, and standards.
• Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Occasional and/or light lifting required.
Job frequently requires sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Job occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
Instructions for Applying:
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Please include cover letter and resume along with names and addresses of at least three references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
What do I do if I need an accommodation?
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