A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be included as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position, highlighting how the role you are applying to aligns with your professional experience and career aspirations. Your submission will serve as a writing sample for the initial screening process. Please submit the cover letter and resume as a single PDF or Word document.

The Events Coordinator will join the Operations & Events area to plan and implement events. These events span from small meetings to large-scale, annual campus-wide orientations. This position requires one to independently and collaboratively plan, organize, and track details for multiple events of varying complexity using the highest standards of excellence, in addition to having strong attention to detail and dedication to customer service. The successful candidate will report directly to the Director of Operations & Events and collaborate closely with other CRLT staff members.

• Experience coordinating and organizing events, including liaising with venues and vendors, managing communication with guests and stakeholders, organizing timelines, and planning and implementing day-of-event logistics for both virtual and in-person modalities.
• Knowledge and working experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
• Experience using virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Hangout) for meetings and events, and a willingness to explore and learn new technologies.
• Capability of regularly transporting and handling items up to 30 pounds, with frequent movement, must be able to remain in a stationary position during the entire shift, and the ability to move extensively throughout the office and event venues as needed.

Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm (40 hours per week). May also include overtime with occasional earlier mornings, later evenings, and weekend responsibilities. 
This position involves a combination of remote and in-person work. In-person presence is required for one shared in-office day with area colleagues and as job duties demand. Pragmatically, this means that staff in this position will work in-person between one and five days a week. Positions that are eligible for hybrid work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

Please note that the start date for this position is in mid-July. This position is not available for visa sponsorship.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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