Events Coordinator

Kish Bank; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Employee discounts on Kish services

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Wellness programs

Education assistance programs

Tuition reimbursement

New hire training

Job summary

Kish Bank is seeking an Events Coordinator to lead planning and execution of corporate meetings, employee celebrations, community outreach, and private functions. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to deliver memorable experiences for clients, employees, and partners.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and 3+ years in event planning, with strong organizational and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
• Minimum of 3 years in event planning/coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute corporate meetings, employee celebrations, and community events.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and staff across departments.
• Oversee invitations, setup, execution, and post-event activities to align with brand standards.

Skills

Budget management

Vendor contracts

Stakeholder coordination

Negotiation

Multitasking

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Hospitality/Event Management/Communications

Job description

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Events Coordinator

Marketing Regular Full-Time State College, PA, US

Join Kish Bank, where we believe great events create meaningful connections. We’re seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Events Coordinator to lead the planning and execution of impactful events—from corporate meetings and employee celebrations to community outreach and private functions. This role is key in shaping memorable experiences for clients, employees, and partners alike.

The responsibilitiesof the role include organizing Kish Corporate or private events including meeting with internal stakeholders to assess event needs, maintaining partnerships with vendors and caterers, and collaborating with departments across the organization to oversee event planning, invitations, set-up, execution, and post-event activities. Coordinating the activities of staff, venue personnel, and attendees to plan and execute meetings, events, and conventions that align with organizational objectives and brand standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Hospitality, Event Management, Communications, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered in lieu of degree.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in event planning or coordination required.

Experience managing event budgets and vendor contracts.

Prior experience in a corporate of banking environment a plus.

Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Strong prob lem-solving and critical-thinking ability.

Confident negotiating vendor contracts and managing budgets.

Skilled in multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

This role involves office-based work with occasional physical activity (standing, walking, lifting up to 20 lbs). Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Discounts on Loans, Insurance, & other Kish Services
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Rewards Programs
• Education Assistance Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• New Hire Training

Kish is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.