Event Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27024 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468

Classification Title Events/Promo Coord II Working Title Event Coordinator Brief Position Overview

Conference and Event Services is searching for a new team member! Our team strives to deliver service excellence in everything we do.

Position Number 4N1258 Department Conference & Event Services Division Auxiliary Services Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $25.04 per hour Contract Type Classified Hourly If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Housed in the Strand Union Building, Conference and Event Services (CES) supports MSU and the surrounding community by providing planning and logistical support for conferences, events, meetings, camps and activities through the scheduled and contracted use of the Strand Union Building, Inspiration Hall, and other University assets.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Event Coordinator serves as a primary contact and an event manager for the areas that the department schedules/reserves. As the face of CES (and an ambassador of MSU), the Event Coordinator works with a wide variety of clientele ranging from student organizations and MSU departments to high profile events that shape public opinion of the university and its facilities.

Event Coordinators focus on one of three client groups: MSU Students, MSU Campus Partners, or Summer Conferences & Housing. The team works closely together and are cross-trained to assist with any group during busy periods or absences. Duties include:

• Event Scheduling and Coordination: Works with clients to schedule and coordinate meetings, conferences, and events across various MSU facilities, the Strand Union Building and Inspiration Hall. Will assist with off-campus coordination as needed.

• Manages and coordinates production from initial contact with clientele to execution of the conference or event.

• Researches and requests available spaces across campus and occasionally off campus as needed.

• Communicates MSU and building policies and ensures compliance with contract and insurance requirements.

• Works within clients' budget constraints.

• Writes contracts and estimates expenses for clientele.

• Diagrams room set-ups.

• Determines security needs for events.

• Coordinates with other campus services as needed.

• Leads and directs staff during set-up, change overs, and tear-downs ensuring clients specifications are executed accurately.

• Provides for onsite event management day of event and assists with troubleshooting issues inclusive of AV, set up, special set up needs etc.

• Performs a variety of administrative duties in support of the SUB Administration such as ad-hoc reporting, composing of general business correspondence, creating production sheets, supporting the solicitation review and monitoring within the SUB, etc.

• Actively assist with set-ups/tear-downs as needed.

• Actively contribute to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the department's mission.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Progressively responsible administrative experience in a busy office setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient experience working in or managing a computer database plus demonstrated skills using a variety of other software applications.
• Extensive customer service experience dealing effectively and diplomatically with a variety of people.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience with reservation, scheduling and/or diagramming software.
• Experience with event management, conference services or guest services.
• Leadership experience coordinating and directing the work of others.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Provide excellent customer service at every point of contact
• Accurately perform duties in a high traffic office environment with frequent interruptions
• Work under the stress of various deadlines while completing multiple tasks in a timely manner
• Operate work related equipment and software
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in a team oriented environment
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrate effective communication skills
• Demonstrate effective research and problem solving skills
• Follow and explain policies and procedures
• Manage difficult situations appropriately and professionally; and demonstrate excellent conflict resolution skills
• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment
• Prioritize and organize workload
• Exhibit a strong sense of self-motivation and self-management
• Have excellent attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness while adapting to changing priorities
• Maintain thorough records along with confidentiality of information
• Share job duties with co-workers as needed
• Conduct work in a pleasant, professional manner and represent the department to others in a professional and courteous manner

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Will occasionally work nights, weekends and holidays depending on departmental need and event schedule.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Normal office environment.
• Work for long periods of time at a computer or on the telephone.
• Occasionally move and place event supplies and materials up to 30 lbs and of various shapes and sizes.
• Occasionally move tables, chairs and other furniture and equipment during set-ups and tear-downs.
• Occasionally work outside and in inclement weather.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search. Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on August 3rd, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

Please address the qualifications in your cover letter and resume.

Questions? Contact: Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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