Position Details

Position Information

Department Memorial Union (MUN)

Classification Title Project Coordinator

Job Title Project Coordinator: Event Coordinator

Appointment Type Classified Staff

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Employment Category Regular

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Project Coordinator: Event Coordinator position for the Memorial Union at Oregon State University ( OSU ).

The Memorial Union (MU) is the campus student union and a department of the division of Student Affairs. The MU is geographically located in the middle of the campus and is considered the “living room of campus”. The MU welcomes students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the local community to campus, and its mission is to provide learning experiences and opportunities for personal growth in an open, inclusive, and resource-rich community where student and staff collaborate with a Student Advisory Board, who are influential to the character and scope of the department and provide the budget recommendations for the facilities the MU is charged with, services and programs. The MU exists to develop students, create learning opportunities and provide quality facilities and services. The MU provides community centered inclusive facilities and space that creates an environment for building meaningful relationships.

This is a high-profile position that interfaces with Oregon State University ( OSU ) students, faculty, and staff. The impact of this position on a guest’s evaluation of the MU and the University is of critical importance to good customer relations and perceptions of OSU . The person in the position will be working with OSU Leadership such as the Office of the President, Provost, administrative leadership, as well as conference and event services, all the thirteen colleges and recognized student organizations. Confidentiality and discretion are vital to success. Knowledge of meeting protocol and procedures is crucial.

The person in this position works within the Memorial Union Guest Services team, working with other MU units and clients to support the events at all facilities the MU is charged with. Comprehensive knowledge of the scope, design, planning and management of events (e.g., goals, structure, timeline, delegation, monitoring, completion, and evaluation/reports) is critical to serve the customer base of the MU and its facilities. Responsible stewardship of resources is essential to coordinating multiple events. This position will suggest resources pertinent to the meeting or event that will enhance the clients and attendee’s experience. This position must maintain professional relationships with vendors, contractors, other agencies, and internal staff toward the successful completion of events.

The person in this position must be well-organized and able to keep work up to date, meet people easily and maintain composure during unplanned requests or changes. The Project Coordinator will successfully communicate, understand, and interact among persons with differing assumptions that may exist because of ethnic and cultural orientations.

Success in this position will rely on the understanding and appreciation of the collegiate calendar and potential conflicts to client events. The potential conflicts will affect the resources available and the success of the client’s planning of an overall event. This position will need to apply policies equitably and recognize unusual requirements. Paramount to success is the understanding of institutional and organizational dynamics, culture, and political structures.

The Event Coordinator will also serve on MU and OSU committees in addition to attending regional and national conferences.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

•Top 1.4% university in the world

•More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

•1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

•2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

•7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

•100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

•35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

•217k+ alumni worldwide

•For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

•Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

•Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

•Retirement savings paid by the university.

•A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

•Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

•Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

•Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

60% Event Management & Coordination

• Use of software for event schedule, staff scheduling, room/space setup diagrams

• Reviews events to determine scope and resources needed, necessary contacts and required procedural administrative actions.

• Reviews existing methods and procedures and modifies as necessary to event completion; reviews risk assessment, identifies difficulties and determines means of lessening or avoiding them.

• Provides options to client for risk coverage defined by OSU practices.

• Contacts with appropriate participants such as rental companies and vendors, Public Safety and Oregon State University Police, Corvallis Transit Department, OSU Office of Risk Management, OSU contracted security vendor, Parking Services, OSU Facility Services and Landscaping and MU Building Services; seeks cooperation and input in event design and coordination from MU Events team.

• Coordinates needed meetings or hearings to gather input, and to meet procedural requirements.

• Identifies resources and administrative steps needed for event completion; develops event plan in consultation with client and appropriate participants; coordinates steps to ensure participation is planned with all groups involved in the production of the event.

• Monitors event status to ensure progress toward completion, required event planning steps are completed fully and timely, vendors and event contractors are informed of progress, and all related people and groups are updated; modifies event plan and coordinates changes with participants as necessary in response to unforeseen changes or unexpected developments; upon event completion, prepares events files for invoicing and reviews final records to ensure documentation is appropriate and complete.

• Represents the Memorial Union in meetings, committees and administrative hearings in dealing with affected and interested individuals and groups concerning the event; moderates divergent viewpoints and helps build consensus among those involved appropriate to the event, processes and procedures.

• Collaborate with MU internal departments, OSU departments, external entities.

25% Administration, Student Training and Mentoring

• Provide lead-work to a diverse group of student event coordinators and event specialists for the day-to-day oversight of events and client interactions.

• Accounting: provide final billing to event contacts, request, receive and process vendor and contractor invoices; updated event costs accordingly.

• Onboard and provide training to new student event coordinators with emphasis professional development and career readiness

• Utilize various and inclusive training techniques to meet all levels of understanding and learning styles.

• Assess skill sets learned though training utilizing MU learning and determine the proficiency of the current skill set for each employee

15% Project Management

• Manage inventory of supplies, furnishings, flag rental and basic AV equipment in all MU facilities optimizing the flow necessary for event success.

• Contact and database oversight for events to ensure accuracy.

• Perform annual inventory on events furnishings, supplies and equipment.

• Create replacement plan in conjunction with supervisor.

What We Require

Four years of experience as an executive assistant, administrative analyst, researcher or administrative officer which included administrative duties, provision of technical assistance, or operations review. Two of the required years must have included administration or oversight of an on-going project or program. A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration or a closely-related field may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience. There is no substitution for the two years of administrative experience. Preference may be given to individuals with experience in a specialty area specific to the position opening.

What You Will Need

• Experience in successful professional event planning, management and coordination.

• Commitment to promoting inclusive work environments.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030 et seq. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the motor vehicle check requirement.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills with a focus on professionalism, courtesy, and diplomacy, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience.

• Four years’ experience in successful professional event planning, management and coordination.

• Proven attention to detail with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences.

• Experience providing lead work for a diverse group of workers and student employees.

• Experience working in or with a higher education institution, student union, or similar setting

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Weekend and evening work will be based on scheduled events.

• Must be able to lift and/or carry 40 lbs. of events equipment, supplies and materials.

• Must be able to push/pull carts containing events equipment supplies and materials up to 40 lbs.

• Must be able to drive ATV /golf/utility cart.

Pay Method Hourly

Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Min Salary $26.97

Max Salary $41.28

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/42241

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P05075CT

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 01/27/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 12/03/2024

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 01/02/2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE :If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact:

Kelsey Elam-Geuting

kelsey.eg@oregonstate.edu

541-737-3660

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

Supplemental Questions

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