Hospitality and Event Services Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Hospitality and Event Services Coordinator to lead in planning and executing weddings and major campus events. This role demands a self-directed professional who can oversee multiple responsibilities and coordinate various events effectively.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of related experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work nights and weekends. The position emphasizes collaboration and requires strong customer service abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of event planning experience.
• Experience in wedding and large event coordination preferred.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Liaison for all weddings in campus chapels and Ford Dining Hall.
• Assist with hiring, training, and supervising student teams.
• Manage facilities for special events and ensure maintenance.
• Work with vendors to coordinate logistical needs.
• Provide event support for internal campus events.

Skills

Event planning

Customer service

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Hospitality and Event Services Coordinator serves as the lead staff member for planning and executing weddings, receptions, and other major campus events. This role requires a collaborative, self-directed professional who is adept at managing a wide range of responsibilities and coordinating multiple events at once.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Liaison for all weddings in campus chapels, Ford Dining Hall, and weddings/receptions at Christopher Browning Pavilion at Oak Hill.
• Assist with hiring, training, mentoring, and supervising student teams. Student teams include the Campus Scheduling office and the special events staff.
• Facility management of College Chapel, Frost Chapel, Barnwell Chapel, Ford Dining Hall, and the Christopher Browning Pavilion to ensure that all spaces are well-maintained and set up appropriately for special events.
• Work with vendors and internal departments to coordinate set‑up, catering, and other logistical needs for events.
• Event support for internal campus events and assist in the management of EMS (Event Management System).
• Assist with department or other campus initiatives as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor's degree is required with a minimum of 1-3 years of event planning experience. Experience in wedding and large event coordination is preferred.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with clients, both internal and external to the college.
• Strong customer service, time management, and communication skills.
• Availability to work nights and weekends is a must.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Berry College is an Equal Opportunity Institution, complying with all applicable laws that prohibit discrimination. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and hires and promotes employees without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. Berry is committed to ensuring facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment. For workplace accommodations, please contact [e-mail].