Evening Event Operations Coordinator
Evening Event Operations Coordinator
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Job Description
Position Title:
Evening Event Operations CoordinatorJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degreePreferred Qualifications:
Basic Event Planning:Familiarity with planning coordinating and overseeing logistics for events.AV Support:Basic knowledge of audio/visual equipment and troubleshooting techniques.
Software Skills:Experience with diagramming software like EMS or similar tools for room layout adjustments.
Event Coordination:Ability to support event planning and including scheduling vendor coordination and onsite management.
Policy and Safety Compliance:Knowledge of organizational policies and safety regulations relevant to event management.
Job Description:
Looking to jumpstart your career in event operations Join the Memorial Union team at Iowa State University as an Evening Event Operations Coordinator and be part of the action behind campus events. This is an opportunity to use your already acquired skills and gain handson experience in an energetic engaging environment where no two days are the same.
Schedule: MondayFriday 2:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m. No weekends!
Benefits: Available on day one!
Why This Role Youll play a key role in ensuring events run smoothly working alongside event planners custodial staff and AV teams to create seamless experiences.
Learn more about the Memorial Union:
Set up and manage event spaces for gatherings of up to 500 attendees.
Oversee the student information desk and support student employees.
Assist with parking ramp operations and guest inquiries during peak evening hours.
Utilize reservation and diagramming software to adjust event layouts.
Provide onthespot problemsolving and customer service to ensure successful events.
This role is perfect for someone eager to build a career in event planning. If youre ready to grow in the field apply today!
Example of Duties
Plans coordinates publicizes and implements events conferences conventions meetings etc.
Facilitates event production.
Coordinates logistics such as electrical custodial staging lighting sound concessions catering security transportation and safety.
Coordinates event staffing which may include hiring and supervising event staff.
Consults with clients on event planning.
Coordinates contracts and letters of agreement for services and events.
Markets services and venues to generate revenue.
Creates strategies to increase utilization events and services.
May assign work to other support staff.
Level Guidelines
Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
Grasps professionallevel knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
Responds to inquiries and issues escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
May provide guidance to students
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS806Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume
Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or callor Toll Free:.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and worklife benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and longterm disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
April 8 2025Posting Close Date:
April 19 2025Job Requisition Number:
R16788Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
