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Event Planner

University of Georgia

Location: Athens, GA, 30602
Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Non-Remote
Posted on: March 28, 2024
Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S11861P
Working T Itle
Event Planner
Department
Law School-Cont Judicial Educ
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Monday- Friday, 8AM-5PM
Occasional evenings or weekends required.
Ability to travel on evenings or weekends.
Advertised Salary
$40,141
Posting Date
03/29/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
04/29/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information
Classification T Itle
External Affairs Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
• Processing constituent registration applications for participation in specific Institute of Continuing Judicial Education ( ICJE ) learning activities.
• Organizing and producing pre-conference materials for distribution on-site.
• Compiling evaluation data and attendance records for post-conference reports.
• Coordinating pre-conference venue logistics such as food service, audio visual needs, meeting space set-up and other related tasks.
• Collegial interaction will the assigned coordinator as well as persons working in the area of administration as routinely needed.
Also, occasional overnight, in-state travel to conference venues.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
• Significant periods of time using a computer work station, along with the capability and interest in learning new computer skills.
• Proficient in attentiveness to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization.
• Demonstrable ability as well as willingness to interact hospitably as a colleague with other personnel in the organization is also a key element of successfully doing the work.
• Ability to create and maintain database software information for registration and educational reporting purposes.
Physical Demands
• Occasionally lift the equivalent of a paper or banker's box weighing 25 pounds
• Work each day, usually seated, with computer screen data for lengthy periods of time
• Computer work station in a shared office space involving some telephonic interaction with other people
• Driving as needed to perform job duties
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
• Input attendee registrations in to PSO , including sorting training request applications, verifying/ updating personal information; emailing receipts and confirmations to attendees.
• Telephone, fax, and e-mail communication regarding enrollment issues related to sign-up forms to verify inconsistent or incomplete information.
• Maintain attendee rosters for approximately 25 ongoing events involving over 1500 constituents and about six constituency groups.
• Maintain and report this information to different committees and groups regularly using PSO , MS Word and MS Excel.
• Regularly send email reminders to constituents regarding upcoming courses including, constituent advisements, venue specifications and enrollment modifications.
Percentage of time
60
Duties/Responsibilities
• Assist the event coordinator prior to the conference with compiling all materials needed on-site, including attendees' name badges, handout materials, special dietary cards for meals and any other special needs for the conference.
• Prepare feedback forms used on-site by attendees, i.e. evaluations.
Percentage of time
15
Duties/Responsibilities
• Assist the event coordinator after completion of the conference with reporting the course evaluation feedback, both numerical data and written comments for dissemination to the coordinator of the event, any speakers or other appropriate staff members for dissemination to the board of trustees on a quarterly basis.
• Input, maintain, and regularly report approved hours of attendance to staff members as well as other committees and groups (hours will be maintained in PSO as well as an MS Excel spreadsheet).
Percentage of time
15
Duties/Responsibilities
• In-state travel to provide on-site assistance for various ICJE programs.
• Assist coordinator with online course preparation and administration.
Percentage of time
10
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Compensation and Hours
Salary Range: Not Available DOE (Depends on Experience) Benefits Provided: Not Available Other Benefits: Not Available Full or Part Time: Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Duration: Over 150 Days Type of Job: Regular
Shift: Not Applicable
Hours per Week:
Hours Not Specified
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