The Ohio State University
Event Planning Coordinator
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Job Description
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Job Title:
Event Planning CoordinatorDepartment:
Student Life | Ohio Union Events and ConferencesJob Description
The Event Planning Coordinator works with the Event Services Team and student staff to produce high-quality successful events for customers of Student Life events and conferences spaces. Works closely with event staff including Catering Audio Visual and Production teams; provides service for customers hosting events in and around the Student Life events and conferences spaces; works with customers to map out their event needs including catering AV and production needs; plans food and beverage services, catering and other specific needs for conference groups and meetings; consults with clients and vendors regarding detailed arrangements; plans catering for conferences meetings and special events; oversees and ensures smooth execution of assigned events; serves as contact for customer needs before, during and after events; proactively works with event schedule and student staff to determine upcoming event needs; coordinates information about events with other university departments; available to work evenings and weekends.
Minimum Education Requirement
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education experience.
Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience; 2 years of relevant experience required. Flexibility in schedule, including evening and weekend work in conjunction with scheduled events.
Desired: 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred. University event planning and/or production experience; experience using event management and room diagramming software; high volume food and beverage or catering experience; experience servicing and/or selling to customers in a university setting; strong communication and organizational skills; excellent rapport with customers; attention to detail and follow through skills; working knowledge of audiovisual equipment and professional printers.
Additional Information:
Events and Conferences at The Ohio State University aspires to be the one-stop-shop destination for all events across our beautiful campus. We envision a place where the events and conferences in our venues leave lasting memories through positive unparalleled experiences, where every occasion reflects our commitment to excellence. We aim to be the heartbeat of celebrations and learning, connecting people, ideas and cultures, one extraordinary event at a time.
Function: Sales and Customer Service, Sub-Function: Event Services, Career Band: Individual Contributor, Career Level: S2
MISSION
The Office of Student Life fosters students’ development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.
Location:
Ohio Union (0161)Position Type:
RegularScheduled Hours:
40Shift:
Varying ShiftsFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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The Ohio State University, commonly Ohio State or OSU, is a public land-grant research university in Columbus, Ohio.