Events Coordinator

Kettering University; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering University is seeking an Event Coordinator to work with internal and external partners to plan and execute exceptional campus events from conception through post-production.

Responsibilities include assisting with event planning and on/off premise logistics, scheduling, production, volunteer coordination, maintaining event data, room reservations, and participant registration; you will serve as a resource to departments, students, and guests.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in an academic or business environment.
• Experience in event planning, promotions or the hospitality industry.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with room reservation software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and execution of events, including on and off premise logistics, scheduling, production, and volunteer coordination.
• Function as a resource and advisor to Kettering departments, students, and external guests, in planning successful meetings and events on campus.
• Maintain event data and records, including event setup, room reservations, and participant registration.

Skills

Event planning

Volunteer coordination

Promotions

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Room reservation software

Job description

Kettering University Events & Ceremonies team has an opening for an Event Coordinator. This role works with internal and external partners to execute exceptional event experiences from planning to post-production.

Responsibilities

Assist with the planning and execution of events, including on and off premise logistics, scheduling, production, and volunteer coordination

Function as a resource and advisor to Kettering departments, students, and external guests, in planning successful meetings and events on campus.

Maintain event data and records, including event setup, room reservations, and participant registration

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

Two years of professional experience in an academic or business environment.

Experience in event planning, promotions or the hospitality industry

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Experience with room reservation software