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Grand Canyon University · 3 weeks ago

Campus Event Coordinator

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Grand Canyon University is seeking an Event Services Coordinator to support on-campus events. The Coordinator will organize and arrange activities and details for assigned events to ensure a satisfactory experience for participants.

Customer ServiceEducation

Responsibilities

Pre-plans for upcoming events as necessary

Attends planning and organizing event meetings to obtain information, activities and details for specific events

Plans for and executes all logistical arrangements and maintains communications with appropriate staff regarding progress including: ensures coordination of activities with other on-campus departments such as facilities, janitorial services and food services; sets up the venue with displays, tables, chairs, audio-visual equipment, photography/video, catering and special needs accommodations; ensures an adequate inventory of needed supplies; requests and ensures adequate student worker staff is scheduled for all phases of the event and breaks or tears down event displays and set ups

Assists with scheduling student worker staff as needed

Monitors event activities to ensure all requirements are met, client is satisfied and clean-up/re-set is handled

Qualification

Event planningMS Office SuitePlanningOrganizingCommunicationsProblem solvingSelf-motivatedDetail orientedTime managementTeamworkFlexibility

Required

1 year experience in a similar or related capacity including an overnight camp environment, youth camp, event planning, promotions, etc

May consider an equivalent combination of work experience and education

Self-motivated with a service orientation

Results focused and detail oriented

Good communications skills

Good planning and organizing skills

Proficient with MS Office Suite software

Good problem solving skills

Ability to cope and adapt to changing priorities, work in a fast-paced environment and under frequently stressful conditions

Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Flexibility with work varying schedules including evenings, holidays and weekends, and a willingness to stay overnight on campus during certain events

Ability to work independently or in a team environment

Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred in a discipline related to communications, marketing, promotions or similar program from a regionally accredited institution

Ability to communicate in a non-English language is helpful but not required