The Ohio Union is a vibrant hub of student life located at The Ohio State University. It serves as the central venue for a wide range of events, activities, and services designed to enhance the college experience for students, faculty, staff, and community members. The Ohio Union is a dynamic, service-oriented organization committed to fostering student development, learning, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging. Within this setting, the Event Planning Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring that every event hosted delivers a seamless and memorable experience for attendees and clients alike.
The Event Planning Coordinator position is a specialist-level role within the Office of Student Life, specifically under the Event Services function. This full-time, regular position offers a salary range of $19.28 to $25.19 per hour, with the final offer based on internal equity and the candidate's qualifications. The coordinator will collaborate closely with various teams including catering, audio visual, and production to facilitate high-quality events in and around the Ohio Union. They are responsible for the end-to-end planning process, which involves consulting directly with clients to understand their unique event needs, coordinating food and beverage catering, managing audiovisual and production requirements, and overseeing the smooth execution of conferences, meetings, and special events.
This role demands flexibility in work hours, as events may occur during evenings and weekends. The coordinator serves as the primary contact for customers before, during, and after events, ensuring all details are meticulously planned and executed. Additionally, the role requires proactive coordination with student staff and university departments to align event logistics with overall scheduling and resource availability. The Event Planning Coordinator must have excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a customer-focused mindset to build positive relationships and exceed expectations.
Overall, this position is ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and who have a passion for event management within an academic setting. It offers the opportunity to contribute to the enriching experiences of the Ohio State University community by helping to create memorable and successful events that support student life and engagement.
• bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education experience
• 2 years of relevant experience required
• flexibility in schedule including evening and weekend work in conjunction with scheduled events
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