Events Coordinator – Conferences and Events Services – UTK

Prepare contract with client to include negotiations on pricing, and all event details. This position will work with students and temporary staff to execute the event. Prepare contracts for hosting events with client to include negotiations on pricing and event details. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor\'s degree 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in event planning, program coordination, or a related role with significant focus on large-scale or high-visibility events Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of higher education systems Ability to manage time Skilled in word processing and spreadsheets Ability and willingness to learn new skills and software Excellent communication skills, pleasant attitude, excellent customer service Excellent written, oral, electronic and telephone communication skills Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status. The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world.