Hybrid Events Coordinator I at Texas A&M
Texas A&M · College Station, TX, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Office in College Station, TX
Job Title
Events Coordinator IAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
BiologyProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station, TexasJob Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)Job Description
Glimpse of the Job:
The Events Coordinator I will provide central coordination of the Biology Department’s large events and conferences, to include pre- and post-event liaison with clients.
Opportunities to Contribute:
Coordinate multiple large events and conferences, including scheduling, receiving, and processing space requests, contract negotiation, and service requirements and deliveries.
Provide on-site customer liaison during events.
Coordinate post-event review and follow-up contact.
Interact with customers at the site of their meetings and events, and confirm arrangements and level of satisfaction.
Participate in the supervision of assigned staff and provide orientation for new staff.
Provide leadership and supervision of event team leads, event technicians, and student workers daily.
Responsible for the hiring and training of new student workers and full-time staff in the setup area.
Coordinate staffing levels for events and provide updates to the operations manager when staffing levels may need to increase or decrease.
Create a daily plan to manage the setup of events occurring in multiple buildings and outdoor areas on campus.
Create a variety of marketing and media materials for departmental events.
Communicate effectively and efficiently to all levels of the university and department through verbal and written conversations.
Work closely with departmental staff and administrators.
Coordinate site safety and security.
Execute appropriate risk management procedures to include crowd control measures and coordinate with officials to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A well-qualified candidate may also possess:
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Strong organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.
Special Note: Because all or a portion of your salary may be funded by grants or contracts, your continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon availability of these funds in the future.
What You Need to Do:
Apply! Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University is responsible for research and teaching within the vast disciplines of the biological sciences, from molecular cell biology to ecology and evolutionary biology. Our faculty perform cuttingedge research in a wide array of biological sciences in the laboratory and in the field. Our graduate research programs prepare scientists for careers in academia, industry and government and enhance our understanding of the central role of biological systems in the global environment. Our undergraduate students gain a firm foundation in modern biological sciences to prepare them for a multitude of careers that depend on a solid understanding of biology. To learn more, please visit us at https://www.bio.tamu.edu/.
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
