Law School Special Events Coordinator

Yeshiva University; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 59,670 - 72,930; Full time

Job summary

Cardozo School of Law in New York City is seeking an Events Coordinator to help produce and coordinate a high volume of law school events, including commencements, working with vendors, students, faculty, staff and alumni.

The role oversees catering requisitions, invoice payments, daily events email, inventory, and records, partnering across departments to ensure smooth operations and successful programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with preference for 2 years of related experience.
• Academic environment experience preferred: 1+ years
• Event planning experience preferred: 1+ years

Responsibilities

• Manage catering operations by coordinating with vendors, overseeing orders and deliveries, tracking catering requisitions, processing invoices, and maintaining event supplies and inventory
• Serve as a point of contact for students, faculty, administrators, alumni, and external vendors, ensuring clear communication and customer service
• Help coordinate and execute a diverse portfolio of events, including meetings, luncheons, student programs, conferences, VIP speaker events, receptions, dinners, and Commencement ceremonies
• Track event metrics and maintain detailed records to evaluate event success, identify improvements, and support future planning
• Review and finalize event floor plans, ensuring room setups are accurate, functional, and aligned with event specifications
• Support team members during high-volume event periods by adapting to changing priorities and contributing wherever needed

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Cardozo School of Law in New York City is seeking an Events Coordinator to help produce and coordinate a high volume of law school events, including commencements, working with vendors, students, faculty, staff and alumni.

The role oversees catering requisitions, invoice payments, daily events email, inventory, and records, partnering across departments to ensure smooth operations and successful programs.