The City University of New York · 16 hours ago
Admin Events Specialist (HEOa) - (Program Development, Student Engagement & Communications), Office of the Arts, Division of the Provost Office.
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$57K/yr - $62K/yr
4+ years expThe City University of New York is seeking an Admin Events Specialist to support arts-related programs and events. This role involves planning, promoting, and coordinating logistics for events that engage students and the campus community.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Arrange arts-related events, including seminars, guest lectures, workshops, and student activities
Secure and coordinate event logistics such as reserving rooms, organizing equipment, and managing event materials
Supervise setup and breakdown of events, including equipment and catering needs
Supervise volunteers or student workers during events
Keep records of event expenses and assist in preparing basic reports on event outcomes
Communicate with campus departments and partners to support event planning and execution
Produce and contribute to the development of promotional materials for arts programs and events
Update and maintain the Office of the Arts website, social media pages, and newsletter
Assist in creating and sharing digital content such as flyers, posters, and posts
Manage ticketing and outreach for student outings and arts events to encourage participation
Work with campus teams to promote events and increase awareness
Assist in organizing and promoting student-focused events, such as meet-ups, guest talks, and workshops
Coordinate ticketing and communications for student outings
Support students in accessing arts programs and activities
Accompany student groups to events when needed and encourage participation
Support the development of arts programs, curricula, and guidelines as needed
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and partners to help monitor program participation and feedback
Perform other related tasks to assist the Office of the Arts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Arts Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred and four years of related experience
Previous experience in college event support, communications, or arts programming helpful
Good organizational skills and attention to detail
Basic knowledge of social media and digital communication tools
Strong team player with good communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks and work well with others
Benefits
CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.
We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.
Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Company
The City University of New York
The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Allison Griffin
Partnership Specialist, CUNY Service Corps
Doriane Gloria
Sr. Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer
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