Coordinator Event Planning

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

This position manages the daily operational responsibilities of event planning for a College, School, or Program within the University. The incumbent oversees the upkeep and maintenance of assigned facilities, coordinates the planning and execution of on and off-campus events, and develops and maintains effective communication with internal and external constituents.

• Manages day to day operational functions of event planning.
• Collaborates with internal and external clients to ensure event spaces are reserved.
• Ensures assigned spaces are clean and maintained.
• Coordinates the planning and execution of on and off-campus events.
• Works with outside vendors to coordinate catering and other required services.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers, vendors, and clients.
• Creates schedules to provide appropriate staff coverage based on event requirements.
• Coordinates and communicates important calendar dates throughout the event planning process.
• Provides information to increase awareness of the services available to internal and external clients.
• Represents a College, School, or Program at on and off-campus events.
• Creates contingency plans for potential scenarios.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures related to event planning.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

AND

Experience:
Two (2) years of experience related to the above described duties.

Substitution Statement:
Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.

Interview Requirements:
Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.