Campus Events Scheduler & Logistics Liaison

University of Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Richmond is seeking an Events Scheduler to coordinate on-campus events and reserve space using scheduling software. The role provides administrative, logistical, and operational support to the events staff, including catering, multimedia, and parking coordination.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in customer service or office settings, with experience in events and higher education environments preferred. This is a part-time, non-exempt, 9-month position located on campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years' experience in direct customer service or an office setting required.
• Experience in the events industry preferred.
• Experience in higher education environment preferred.
• General knowledge of event planning procedures and processes.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and event scheduling software; ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Processes reservation requests for the use of university space, resources, and equipment.
• Analyzes logistical criteria to resolve conflicting space and resource requests; communicates with departments.
• Educates clients about university policies and requirements.
• Provides direction to clients for planning resources for events (catering, multimedia, parking).
• Monitors exemptions in the reservation system and updates reservations with outside vendor information.

Skills

Customer service

Adaptability

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Public relations

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Event scheduling software

Job description

The University of Richmond is seeking an Events Scheduler to coordinate on-campus events and reserve space using scheduling software. The role provides administrative, logistical, and operational support to the events staff, including catering, multimedia, and parking coordination.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in customer service or office settings, with experience in events and higher education environments preferred. This is a part-time, non-exempt, 9-month position located on campus.