Training Event Planner (R26-34)

Job Description The Professional Development Program (PDP) of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College seeks a service‑minded individual committed to performing high‑quality work to fill a Training Event Planner position within PDP's Department of Temporary Assistance Training in Albany, NY. Serving as an event planning specialist, including assessing event needs, interpreting/using event evaluation data, using best practices and industry standards in the event planning/coordination field, developing event work plans, providing on‑site support for in‑person events, moderating/delivering live and recorded online/virtual events, and assisting the on‑boarding of project staff. Identifying suitable event venues, accommodations/room blocks, equipment, caterers, vendors, consultants/subcontractors, and travel plans, and making arrangements within event and project parameters. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization and a minimum of 2 years of experience planning, coordinating, and executing conferences, meetings, and training events or educational programs. Strong problem‑solving skills and organizational skills with strict attention to detail.