Event Coordinator III

Position Information:

Position Title:
Event Coordinator III

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated proficiency in calendar management and scheduling, Experience that demonstrates problem solving, teamwork, and collaboration skills, Experience working with mulitple projects or teams simultaneously that demonstrates strong organizational skills and an ability to manage details

Job Description:

Summary

The Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) at Iowa State University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Event Coordinator III.

This position will provide support for faculty professional development initiatives offered by CELT. Responsibilities include logistical coordination, scheduling, and planning of faculty professional development programs and events. The Event Coordinator III is part of the Instructor Development team and is included in the programming sessions and provides input for many of these CELT initiatives.

Collaborate with faculty and staff across campus to provide faculty professional development opportunities and initiatives to enhance the learning experiences of all students. CELT professional development sessions include the Award Winning Faculty series, Best Practices in Online Course Design (QM) , CELT Teaching Symposia for Faculty and Graduate Students , Team-Based Learning , Teaching Partners , Miller Faculty Fellows , Scholarship of Teaching and Learning , and Inclusive Classroom programs, among other CELT sponsored programs and workshops. Duties include working with the Instructor Development Team to generate ideas, topics, intended audiences, and implementation strategies for workshops and seminars offered by CELT. Working with communication specialists to advertise professional development opportunities to wide audiences. Creation of participant registration databases and working with assessment specialists to facilitate assessments of programming. Negotiation and preparation of reservation, catering, audio/visual equipment, and other on-site needs for programming. Work with the Instructor Development Team to evaluate program effectiveness and future needs.

The successful candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication skills along with the ability to work independently, efficiently, and accurately, and maintain confidentiality. Outstanding organizational skills and strong attention to detail, along with the ability to problem-solve, prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines, will be necessary for success.

Level Guidelines
• Senior-level position applies advanced and specialized expertise and competencies
• Typically receives general supervision with high level guidance on the most complex assignments
• Completes assignments which are moderately difficult or difficult
• Resolves issues, including atypical issues, and makes recommendations
• May lead projects of limited scope
• Functions as “go to.” Responds to inquiries and requests from others inside and outside work area
• May act as a lead, assigning tasks and providing guidance to lower level workers
• May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS806

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

Original Posting Date:
October 20, 2022

Posting Close Date:
October 31, 2022

Job Requisition Number:
R10076