Campus Conference & Housing Operations Lead

The California State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University is seeking a Conference and Administrative Services Coordinator to support the Conference Housing Program for 5,000–7,500 guests annually. The role includes supervising student staff, coordinating housing facilities, mailrooms, and space reservations, and ensuring smooth operations across peak seasons.

The position requires strong communication, policy knowledge, and crisis response abilities, with after-hours and weekend work during summer months.

Qualifications

• Requires equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience designing and coordinating programs and events.
• Strong customer service and crisis response abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the coordination and day-to-day operations of the Conference Housing Program.
• Negotiates contracts and space use for summer and academic year groups.
• Provides crisis intervention and manages urgent situations.
• Develops logistics, resources and budgets for contracted services.
• Supervises student staff and leads.
• Coordinates the university mail system and mail delivery.

Skills

Customer service

Crisis intervention

Budget analysis

Supervision

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

San José State University is seeking a Conference and Administrative Services Coordinator to support the Conference Housing Program for 5,000–7,500 guests annually. The role includes supervising student staff, coordinating housing facilities, mailrooms, and space reservations, and ensuring smooth operations across peak seasons.

The position requires strong communication, policy knowledge, and crisis response abilities, with after-hours and weekend work during summer months.