School of Hospitality Event Coordinator

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $45,300 – $56,700. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.

The above salary ranges represent the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the ranges of possible compensation at the time of posting. MSU Denver offers a full benefits package.

Posting Details

Posting Number

A02183

Position Title

School of Hospitality Event Coordinator

Position Number

E01351

Pay Grade

15

Employee Category

Professional staff

Department

School of Hospitality

EClass Code

Full Time Professional Staff

Position Summary

The Event Coordinator schedules, coordinates, and implements all internal/external events and meetings for the School of Hospitality as well as for internal/external clients. This includes face-to-face, hybrid, and virtual events. Examples include site visits, meal functions, outreach and recruitment events, internal meetings, advisory board meetings, retreats, and stakeholder events.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Arranges all event logistics including scheduling, staffing, venue/site selection, food and beverage, marketing, and all other event functions.
• Creates and manages banquet event orders and other meeting/event project management documents.
• Ensures and enforces State, University, and School guidelines and policies.
• Contacts and coordinates operating participant vendors and suppliers to accommodate clients’ meeting and event needs.
• Provides staffing and training of student volunteers, staff, and other support.
• Assesses appropriate event charges for assigned events, builds quotes or pricing proposals and oversees contracts, final billing, and FOAPAL reallocations.
• Conducts post-event evaluation.
• Assists in course scheduling, room scheduling, and other administrative and department support.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the School.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent relevant experience in event or catering
• Demonstrates ability to create and manage industry standard forms and use event management software

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in events, catering, or relevant field
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, events, or related field
• Food preparation and back of house experience
• Event or food service certification
• Knowledge of alcohol service in event settings

Work Hours

Typically Monday-Friday 8am – 5pm, with occasional events on nights/weekends.

Posting date

06/22/2022

Closing date

Closing Instructions

Open Until Filled

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT)

07/06/2022

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please see Special Instructions for more details.
IMPORTANT : In order to be considered as an applicant you must apply via the online application system, http://www.msudenverjobs.com.

References refers to a list of three professional references, one being a supervisor, and their contact information.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Talent Team Representative

Amy Hamik

Talent Team Representative E-mail

hamika@msudenver.edu

Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link:

Employee Benefits Offerings

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

MSU Denver is committed to creating and fostering a work environment and culture of belonging; we are proud of the work our employee affinity groups contribute to our culture. For more information on our employee affinity groups please visit this link .