Vanderbilt University · 2 weeks ago
Administrative Coordinator, Electrical and Computer Engineering
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelVanderbilt University is seeking an Administrative Coordinator for the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), responsible for managing events and supporting departmental operations. The role involves coordinating seminars, managing procurement activities, and providing general administrative support to faculty, staff, and students.
EducationE-LearningHigher Education
Responsibilities
Pull together resources and supervise all individuals involved in events, including vendors, signage, name tags, tables and chairs, décor, and catering
Schedule meetings and presentations, including room reservations and coordination of audiovisual and technical support
Organize interviews, workshops, seminars, conferences, and symposiums held on and off campus
Work closely with departments across Vanderbilt University and with external partners to set up conferences, workshops, and seminars for ECE faculty
Coordinate guest travel for students, faculty, and visitors, including lodging, transportation, parking, and itineraries
Provide assistance with departmental events, including coordination of visitors, meetings, workshops, and food
Develop and maintain relationships with hotels, restaurants, and other vendors
Support faculty seminars, including senior, invited, special, and endowed seminars
Serve as VECAP Events Committee Chair and support Conference Committee activities
Manage departmental listservs for faculty, postdoctoral scholars, students, and staff
Coordinate all ECE events, including Friends and Family Day, ECE Day, and other signature departmental events
Attend all committee and staff meetings related to departmental events
Determine décor, food, and signage for each event
Handle all event registrations and attendee communications
Coordinate speaker travel, parking, and logistics and assist with reimbursement processing
Attend events to oversee setup and breakdown
Reserve all event space on and off campus, including parking accommodations
Serve as the primary point of contact for event-related questions via phone, email, and in person
Coordinate EAB meetings and related logistics
Supervise and coordinate students assisting with events, including students supporting events in exchange for attendance
Manage departmental purchasing activities in accordance with university policies and procedures
Initiate and track purchase requests and requisitions
Coordinate with vendors and manage invoices and payments
Reconcile procurement card transactions and expense reports
Maintain accurate purchasing and expense records
Support basic budget tracking related to seminars, conferences, and events
Provide general administrative support to faculty, staff, and students
Prepare correspondence, reports, and event-related documentation
Maintain departmental records and calendars
Respond to inquiries and coordinate across departmental units
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree is required; however, we will accept experience in lieu of a degree
Experience in administrative coordination, event planning, or office management
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to supervise vendors, students, and temporary event staff
Proficiency with standard office software and enterprise systems
Experience in higher education or research-intensive academic environments
Familiarity with university procurement and financial systems
Experience coordinating academic seminars, conferences, or large-scale events
Company
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University is a private research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
Founded in 1873
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$28.55MKey Investors
Mark AbkowitzNational Science Foundation
2018-11-07Grant· $4.5M
2018-04-18Grant· $0.55M
2015-07-10Grant· $12.8M
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