Events and Systems Coordinator

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Position Primary Purpose and General Duties:

The Events and Systems Coordinator will assist in the oversee all day to day
management of the management of the administration and operation of EMS, a
university wide space reservation system for University Student Commons & Activities
(USC&A) Event Services, providing campus-wide space scheduling and logistical and
technical support for VCU and Non-VCU affiliates wishing to use university facilities and
services for the purpose of holding an event, function, or conference. The Coordinator
will work to increase revenue by engaging with all non-university clients and VCU brand
visibility for the University through the utilization of VCU Facilities.



Minimum Hiring Standards:

•Considerable knowledge of the VCU campuses, stakeholder departments, and VCU
policies and procedures, or the ability to acquire this knowledge over time.
•Ability to plan, coordinate and lead the work of various departments that provide
bookable venues.
•The ability to set priorities, be resourceful and work independently.
•Experience in conference and event planning is essential.
•Proficient in use of technology and personal computer skills.
Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication
skills.
•A firm commitment to providing excellent customer service to front-line customers.
•Creative problem solving and analytical skills.
•Experience communicating through Social Media outlets.
•Ability to work nights and weekends, as needed for on campus activities.
•Graduate from an accredited college or university with course work in event planning,
administrative management, business administration, communications or a related
discipline or comparable work experience preferred.
•Experience in conference and event planning.
•Strong computer knowledge, with ability to learn new systems quickly.

Preferred Hiring Standards:

•Experience with Dean Evans and Associates, EMS and Social Tables is preferred.
•Working knowledge of VCU’s facilities and services.





Salary Range: 35,000-45,000



Position Details:

Department: University Student Commons and Activities
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 100
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt



Contact Information:

Contact Name: Tyler Jarrett

Contact Email: tljarrett@vcu.edu

Contact Phone: 804-828-1302