Event Specialist - Criminal Justice, Anthropology, and Sociology

Event Specialist - Criminal Justice, Anthropology, and Sociology
Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedEvent Specialist - Criminal Justice, Anthropology, and Sociologyat its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential functions (job duties):
Plan, organize and coordinate large and small multifaceted events, conferences, education programs and activities which may include student orientation related activities for a School/College/Division.
Develop event plans and budgets; secure resources and oversee events to ensure that established standards and expectations are met.
Partner with faculty, staff, management, students and volunteers to host events on and off campus supporting and promoting the goals, values and mission of Wayne State University and the assigned School/College/Division. Plan, develop, coordinate, implement and attend events for assigned units.
Train and provide functional supervision to volunteers and staff. Establish themed targeted events designed
to support and reach unit goals.
Manage event development from beginning to end. Collaborate with clients to define event scope and goals.
Develop full-scale plans and associated communication documents; plan, schedule and track event timelines, milestones and deliverables; estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve goals; manage changes in event scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
Draft and submit budget proposals, monitor expenses against budget and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. May also participate in negotiations with vendors.
Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, required documentation, and presentations.
Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
Conduct event debriefings with appropriate parties to identify recommendations and opportunities for improvement for subsequent events.
Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, required documentation, and presentations.
Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
Conduct event debriefings with appropriate parties to identify recommendations and opportunities for improvement for subsequent events.
Act as liaison with stakeholders. Effectively communicate and manage expectations with team members and stakeholders; identify and resolve issues and conflicts as necessary.
May conduct post-event surveys of participants (typically regarding venue, menu, program content/speakers) and compile event survey feedback for use in continuous improvement of events.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Unique duties:
This position requires a high level of commitment and enthusiasm. Must be able to travel and manage events outside the local area and possibly out-of-state. Will need to work evenings and weekends to manage events. Ability to work odd hours to attend and assist with events, conferences and continuing education programs.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in marketing, public relations, business administration or
a related field. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Minimum of two years experience planning multifaceted events required.
Prior customer service experience and experience in higher education or a large, complex organization preferred.
Some experience providing functional supervision to support staff preferred.
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, prioritize and plan work activities while
meeting respective guidelines. Strong time management skills.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally both orally and in writing. Strong
interpersonal skills required.
Ability to evaluate, interpret, and present complex information effectively in professionally
prepared documents or presentations.
Proficient with standard office software such as Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
School/College/Division:
H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science
Primary department:
H0319 - Criminal Justice
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
- Job category: Staff/Administrative
Funding/salary information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Salary minimum: $47,866
- Salary hire maximum: $57,441
Working conditions:
This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply. This position requires a high level of commitment and enthusiasm. Must be able to travel and manage events outside the local area and possibly out-of-state. Will need to work evenings and weekends to manage events. Ability to work odd hours to attend and assist with events, conferences and continuing education programs.
Job openings:
- Number of openings: 1
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Equal employment opportunity statement:
Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.