Champlain College · 2 weeks ago
Event and Project Coordinator
Burlington, VT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$47K/yr - $57K/yr
1+ years expChamplain College is seeking an Events and Project Coordinator to bring academic programming to life and support the Provost's office in fostering a vibrant intellectual community. In this role, you'll orchestrate a variety of campus events and coordinate cross-functional projects that directly advance the academic mission.
EducationHigher EducationOffice Administration
Responsibilities
Plan and host signature academic events including Game Show, Admitted Student Weekends, Game Studio events, open houses, and senior shows
Execute full event lifecycle in collaboration with faculty, subject matter experts and other institutional partners including the Office of the President; Advancement; Admissions, Marketing and Enrollment
Oversee multi-faceted event logistics including marketing, industry outreach, catering, ticketing, signage, and show run documentation
Coordinate student scholarships for conference attendance including assistance with fundraising activities
Create content and coordinate with Marketing for social media and event promotion
Assist with completing and submitting external surveys such as Princeton Review
Process and reconcile purchases and contracts for events and projects
Maintain budgets and prepare associated analysis and reports in collaboration with Academic Affairs, finance and other college departments
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education
Experience: 1-3 years of event coordination in corporate, education or other professional setting
Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across the college
Exceptional skill in managing competing priorities and determining appropriate resource allocation
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite; experience with project management and event planning software a plus
Preferred
Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, In-Design or Canva for creation of marketing & promotional needs
Benefits
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
Paid Time off: 16 holidays, 4 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks sick time and 2 days of personal leave
Retirement: 403(b) plan with 3% employer matching contribution
Education: Tuition benefits for employees and family members
Wellness: Gym discount and Wellness programs with up to $300 annual incentives
Welfare: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus life insurance
Other Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling services, access to employee discounts and local/national benefit programs
Company
Champlain College
Since 1878, Champlain College has provided career-focused education to students from its hilltop campus in Burlington, Vt.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.4MKey Investors
National Science Foundation
2023-10-03Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Leslie Averill, Ed.D.
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Diana Matot
Vice President for Technology and CIO
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