Radford University · 3 weeks ago
Special Events Coordinator and Executive Administrative Assistant (Part-Time)
Radford University is seeking a Special Events Coordinator and Executive Administrative Assistant to support the Dean and Associate Dean. The role involves coordinating special events, managing budgets, and ensuring smooth operations for various university programs and receptions.
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Responsibilities
Assist in coordinating University Performance Series events, Governor's School Programs, Art Society Receptions, Heart to Art fund-raising events, commencement receptions, specific fund-raising with outside entities, and other special events
Review of Performance Contracts for the performance series events; review contracts, purchasing, catering, facilities, advertising, A/V, sound, printing, venue reservations, parking, security, and more
Secure venues for all events
Reconcile performance budgets after each event
Work closely with the Associate Dean and manager of Performance Services and the group's Tour Manager to ensure the technical riders for the performers' contracted stage needs are met
Coordinate arrangements for Arts Society receptions (catering, parking, invites, etc.)
Communicate with Arts Society members for special requests
Make arrangements and set-up the performer's hospitality table
Train and schedule student assistants for each event
Prepare and record Student Survey results after each event
Oversee budget management and financial transactions for the Office of the Dean and monitor departmental budgets under the Dean's reporting structure
Manage University Performance Series budget
Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and reconciliations
Resolve issues that may arise
Oversee the approval processes for purchasing and budget transfers for each department within the college that are under the Dean's reporting structure
Monitor ETF and one-time purchases to ensure the correct purchasing guidelines are followed and deadlines met
Monitor Foundation accounts, Faculty Research and other grants
Processes payment request vouchers for expenditures paid with University Foundation funds
Communicate deadlines to each department and ensure they are met
Qualification
Required
A love of the arts and artists is necessary—familiarity with eVA, Banner and Cognos
Experience at a public university in VA is a plus
Experience coordinating and conducting special event activities and events to include review of contracts, public relations/social Media
Experience in an Executive Assistant/Office Management role for higher education
Ability to understand and interpret the role of the Dean, anticipate needs and make independent decisions, and have a commitment to maintaining the integrity, responsiveness, and punctuality of the dean's office
Demonstrated knowledge of office administration, public relations, budget management, and accounting concepts
Ability to interpret contracts and secure fees
Maintenance of tracking systems for budgetary processes
Must be able to interact positively with a diverse group of constituents, while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality
Experience in preparing confidential and sensitive documents
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Competencies in planning and scheduling, preparing reports, compiling correspondence and personnel documents
Ability to multitask, delegate, and prioritize assignments
Excellent computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
Must be detail-oriented with strong editing skills
Company
Radford University
Radford University is a school in Radford.
Funding
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2025-09-19
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