SCL Special Event Planner
$65,447–$73,849 year
On-siteIthaca, New York, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate large-scale and high-profile university events for student organizations, university departments, and community partners. Serve as the primary point of contact for logistical execution, managing venue reservations, audio/visual needs, catering, transportation, and facility requirements. Strategize and prioritize guest engagement opportunities, budgets, and programming while collaborating with Athletics, Alumni Affairs, and other internal teams. Deliver an excellent hospitality experience for students, staff, parents, alumni, and major donors. Manage multiple ongoing projects with high autonomy, ensuring timely coordination across varied stages of delivery. Work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- at least 2 years of related experience or equivalent combination
- Demonstrated planning, project management, and organizational skills
- Proficiency with standard office computer applications (Microsoft Office, Internet, Desktop Publishing software)
- valid driver's license
- reliable transportation
- Proven experience connecting inclusion, belonging and wellbeing practices to business goals
- availability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends, and some holidays
Desired Qualifications
- Additional education
- experience
- Experience working with Asana, CampusGroups, CVENT, Adobe, as well as event planning software
- Certified Meeting Planner
- Proven ability to edit and proofread marketing and presentation materials
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