Hybrid Event & Operations Coordinator - Public Policy

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc; City of Ithaca (NY); Hybride; USD 65 000 - 74 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health care options (benefits)

Retirement contributions

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Vacation and holidays

Tuition benefits

Résumé du poste

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY is seeking an Event/Conference Coord II to plan and execute high-impact events across the Brooks School of Public Policy. You will partner with faculty, staff, students, and external partners to create engaging experiences that advance education and public engagement.

The role requires strong organizational skills, independent work, and the ability to manage multiple events—from ceremonies to symposiums—on a fully onsite or hybrid campus setting, with occasional

Qualifications

• Associates degree with at least two years of relevant experience in event planning.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Experience researching, adopting, and using new event technology that enhances event planning.
• Superior organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage tasks using a project management application.
• Ability to work independently to complete all projects and tasks on time with minimal supervision, but also be able to work in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including oral (in-person and strong phone etiquette) and written (email and other document development) communications.
• Strong customer service skills, including an ability to be diplomatic and to maintain a professional demeanor under stress related to deadlines.
• Must be able to deal with confidential or sensitive information with tact and discretion.
• Must have a high degree of independent decision-making capabilities that are customer-service centered.
• Experience in managing multiple assignments, working under pressure and creative problem-solving.
• This position requires occasional travel.

Responsabilités

• Developing event plans, timelines, budgets, and production schedules.
• Coordinating with faculty, administrators, staff, vendors, sponsors, and speakers.
• Track and initiate registrations, communications, and event logistics.
• Negotiating contracts and coordinating catering, lodging, transportation, venues, entertainment, and guest services.
• Partnering with Communications and Marketing colleagues on promotions, invitations, websites, printed materials, photography, and media coverage.
• Supporting multiple project budgets and ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Serving as the on-site lead during events and resolving issues with professionalism and discretion.
• Conducting post-event assessments, budget reconciliations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining room reservations and scheduling processes.
• Serving as a liaison with Facilities, IT, and external vendors.
• Providing confidential administrative support as needed.

Connaissances

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Event technology familiarity

Independent and teamwork

Customer service

Formation

Associates degree in any field

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, marketing, public relations, or business administration

Outils

Workday

KFS

Concur

Outlook

Excel

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Description du poste

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY is seeking an Event/Conference Coord II to plan and execute high-impact events across the Brooks School of Public Policy. You will partner with faculty, staff, students, and external partners to create engaging experiences that advance education and public engagement.

The role requires strong organizational skills, independent work, and the ability to manage multiple events—from ceremonies to symposiums—on a fully onsite or hybrid campus setting, with occasional