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Bard College Event Coordinator in Annandale-On-Hudson, New York
MBA in SustainabilityEvent CoordinatorApply Here:http://apply.interfolio.com/147278
Bard College’sMBA in Sustainability (gps.bard.edu/academics/mba-in-sustainability) has an opening for a part-time, 20-hour per week Event Coordinator. The position supports onsite operations for the MBA program during our four-day weekend intensive residencies in NYC, once each month, while assisting with administrative tasks leading up to the residency weekend. In addition, the Coordinator works with the MBA marketing team to produce and promote once-monthly NYC evening events focused on business sustainability.
Over the once-monthly residency weekends (residency weekend dates can be foundhere (https://gps.bard.edu/academics/mba-in-sustainability) ), the Event Coordinator begins work Thursday evening with set-up, and then works 8 to 10 hours per day for the next three to four days, ending with take-down on Monday evening In addition, the Coordinator works 40 to 50 hours each month remotely on event planning, production and promotion. The position is thus 80 hours per month with 30 to 40 hours concentrated in the one weekend.
Tasks at the residency include leading the set-up and take-down of classrooms and meeting rooms; technology setup and trouble-shooting; managing catering; room pick-up and garbage and recycling management; interfacing with the property manager as needed on repairs or other issues; ensuring building security; and responding promptly and courteously to student and faculty concerns relating to operations.
Tasks related to event planning, production and promotion may include: managing registration systems, reserving spaces, catering orders, day-of set-up and take-down, general support during events, attending occasional NYC area sustainability networking events, researching and scheduling speakers, and working with the MBA marketing team to develop communications plans to promote events.
Weekend residencies are held in Brooklyn (Dumbo) nine times each year, and then at the Bard campus in Annandale-on-Hudson, NY one time each year. For weekend residencies held at Bard College, hotel and train fare will be covered. Meals during the weekend are provided. Learn more about the MBA atgps.bard.edu/academics/mba-in-sustainability.
Qualifications
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
The ability to relate to a broad range of constituents (students, faculty, visitors, property managers, etc.)
An aptitude for project management
Attention to detail
Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively
Willingness to learn and troubleshoot classroom tech
Customer centric focus
Ability to create and maintain positive relationships
Event management experience is preferred
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
The position requires the ability to work one extended weekend each month, including both Friday and Monday, all day. Additionally, candidates must be able and willing to lift and transport up to 40 pounds.
To Apply
To apply, please submit a statement of interest, CV, and names and contact information for three references to Interfolio athttps://apply.interfolio.com/147278. Applications will be reviewed as received.
Anticipated Start Date:August 1, 2024
Compensation:$22-24/hour
This salary range reflects the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for the position at the time of the job posting. Salary decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to market and organizational considerations, experience, and qualifications of a selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Bard
Bard MBA is strongly committed to a community process centered around Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. The residency Coordinator supports a key pillar of the Bard GPSJEDI Roadmap: Community Experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.
Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.
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