Events & Student Experience Coordinator, MBA Programs at University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
About the Job
Events & Student Experience Coordinator, MBA Programs
Job Summary
The MBA programs at the University of Utah, David Eccles School of Business, is seeking a talented, energetic professional to provide student services support and recruiting and admissions support in a professional, customer-focused, and results-driven environment. We are passionate about events, hospitality, and giving premier customer service to our students and are looking for an employee who shares that passion.
The Events & Student Experience Coordinator oversees programming and events for MBA programs. This position requires high autonomy and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. Strong skills in building customer relationships, time management, response time, and accuracy are vital to succeed in this role.
This job is considered “essential.” Therefore, it is required that the employee be on campus, in person.
Responsibilities
Events and Student Experience:
- Coordinate class days. Responsibilities may include interacting with MBA students, supporting faculty before and during class days with academic needs, catering, and a willingness to perform all necessary tasks required to provide students with a world-class experience.
- Plan, implement, and ensure the quality of MBA class days by communicating with and making appropriate arrangements for the faculty and arranging logistics for the students, including meals, IT and equipment, course materials, and any issues related to student needs for class.
- Serve as a resource for MBA students to answer questions and advise on issues associated with all program components.
- Plan and implement student and alumni events as required. i.e., orientation, networking events, graduation, guest speakers, etc.
- Maintain accurate and detailed event records to enhance/improve subsequent events.
- Work with the manager on evaluation for events, new programs, and other projects as assigned.
- Responsible for budget tracking, reconciling bills, and billing them to the appropriate account.
Recruiting & Admissions
- Assist with recruiting and admissions. This includes significant interpersonal communication to discuss program details with prospective students over the phone, via email, and in person.
***This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead, lifting – up to 25 pounds.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
2 years’ of related experience.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
- Strong customer service, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment.
- Results-oriented and achievement-driven.
- Ability to work independently, especially in arranging and conducting onsite information meetings and influencer visits.
- Handle multiple tasks in an organized manner. Prioritize to ensure a balanced and efficient workload. Produce high-quality work with speed and accuracy.
- Excellent oral, written, and telephone communication skills and the ability to relate well to working professionals and executives.
- Collaborative in approach and open to new concepts and ideas.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN38449B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday – Friday, occasional evenings required to support events or student class days.This job is considered “essential.” Therefore, it is required that the employee be on campus, in person.
Department: 00033 - Executive Education
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 45,000 to 55,000
Close Date: 6/14/2024
Open Until Filled: No
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/164224
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