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Position Title Assistant Director College Events & Conference Services

Overview

Assist with the planning and execution of the College’s major core events. Serve as the Liaison for both internal and external constituents using College facilities for special event/conference services.

Essential Duties:

• Support the Senior Director with program content creation, logistical planning, data management, and execution for the College’s signature core events (Commencement, special masses, MLK Convocation, Homecoming, etc.) This position also supports the Sr. Director in the preparations of any other cross campus events as needed or approved by the Cabinet (i.e. Inaugurations, Centennial Celebrations, Building Dedications, etc.) Manage the data and web content for all core events under the supervision of the Sr. Director and works with various departments to create program planning. Support assessment efforts for analysis on annual and multi-year success. (45%)

• With guidance from the Sr. Director and in conjunction with the General Counsel, screen, analyze, and execute legal contracts of paid and unpaid conference services, including on-site faculty or staff members who host meetings, for school compliance. Independently plan, facilitate, and manage risk management for more than 300 on-site weekday/weekend/evening conferences. Arrange for campus support services (Academic Media, Physical Plant, Public Safety, Cleaning, etc.) Prepare monthly and/or end of year event and conference reporting. Collaborate with Sr. Director on periodic assessment and support of policy creation to conference manual; hold annual training for all faculty and staff compliance. Ensure the proper receipt of all necessary insurance documentation for the College. Review the College’s annual calendar and corresponding request for space to determine compatibility of the group. (40%)

• Serve as the team backup and onsite facilitator to both the Sr. Director and the Director of Advancement & Special Projects including but not limited to Engagement Events, Reunion, and other special events as needed. ( I 0%)

• Schedule and maintain regular one-on-one meetings with the Graduate Assistant to provide guidance and feedback regarding upcoming events, workflow, environmental scanning for appropriate venues, hotel accommodations, and other general event support. (5%)

  Marginal Duties:

Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution required

• Three to five years experience in event management or an equivalent combination of education and experience required

• Excellent ability to communicate both orally and in writing

• Strong computer skills and knowledge

• Experience in a college or university setting is preferred

  Physical Demands

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time

• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction

• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard

• Communication skills using the spoken word

• Ability to see within normal parameters

• Ability to hear within normal range

• Ability to move about

  Employee Status Full Time

  Salary Grade 20 (Min. $62,700/Mid. $81,400/Max. $100,400)

  Salary Information

Employees are normally hired between the minimum and the midpoint of a position’s grade range to which a position has been assigned, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Providence College offers a comprehensive range of valuable benefits to eligible employees, which are designed to:

• Promote the health and well-being of you and your family

• Provide financial security while you are working

• Build financial resources for retirement

• Help you balance personal and work responsibilities

• Provide educational opportunities for you and your family

These benefits include but are not limited to health, dental, 403b retirement plan, flexible benefits plan, tuition benefits, employee assistance plan, college paid basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off. To learn more, please visit our Employee Benefits website by clicking the following link: https://human-resources.providence.edu/benefits/

Union Status Non-Union

Shift: First

If other, please enter regular schedule.

EEO Statement

Providence College does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, gender, except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or genetic information. The College will develop, and from time to time update, an affirmative action program and will insist on a good-faith effort on the part of its employees to comply with the program. The College will request and expect its agents and those with whom it conducts its affairs to meet the commitment of this important program.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number AS951P

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is the highest level of education attained?

• GED

• High School Diploma

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree

• PHD

• Are you available to work in the evening (6 pm to 10 pm)?

• Yes

• No

• Are you available to work weekends?

• Yes

• No

• What is your Philosophy for serving students?

(Open Ended Question)

• Please describe any previous experience you have working in a customer service enviornment

(Open Ended Question)

• How many staff/interns/students have you supervised in past positions you have held?

(Open Ended Question)

• What have you done to improve your audit knowledge in the past year?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

  Optional Documents