"Events Specialist"

Description of Work:

Plan, coordinate, and execute events for the College of Law. Responsible for working with Assistant Dean for Student Development & Chief of Staff, as well as other Law College leadership team members, to find venues, secure vendors, make travel arrangements, request alcohol permits, and handle all details related to various events. Manage relationships between contractors, vendors and companies involved in execution of events. Provide administrative support to all major college events and meetings. This includes making and processing travel, scheduling meetings, etc. Other duties as assigned. Work may include occasional nights and weekends due to event schedules.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:

• Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
• Generous retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, restaurant and tourism management, business, public relations, communications or closely related field.
• Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Demonstrated excellence in customer service.
• Excellent time management, organization and communication skills essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, calendar programs required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Conference & workshop planning experience that includes managing budget/accounting process and use of contracts.
• Proficiency in Zoom or other web conferencing platforms.

Posted Salary:

$21.635/hr minimum

Job Type:

Full-Time