Student Life Event Specialist

Student Life Event SpecialistJob no : 494611Closes : Work Type : Staff Part-TimeLocations : Lafayette, LACategories : Student Affairs

College : SLCC

Department : Academic & Student Affairs

Sub department : Student Success Center

Type of Appointment : Unclassified - Administrative / Staff

Salary : $16.39 an hour

Duties and Responsibilities :

1. Event Planning and Coordination :

a. Develop and manage event plans, including timelines, budgets, and logistical arrangements.

b. Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure all event requirements are met.

2. Vendor Management :

a. Identify, negotiate with, and manage relationships with vendors, including venues, caterers, decorators, and audiovisual teams.

b. Ensure contracts are adhered to and handle any issues that arise.

3. On-Site Management :

a. Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring all aspects run smoothly.

b. Manage on-site staff, volunteers, and contractors to ensure tasks are completed as planned.

4. Marketing and Promotion :

a. Assist in developing marketing materials and strategies to promote events.

b. Use social media, email marketing, and other channels to drive attendance and engagement.

5. Post-Event Activities :

a. Conduct post-event evaluations to assess the success of the event and gather feedback for improvement.

b. Prepare detailed reports and documentation for future reference.

6. Customer Service :

a. Provide exceptional service to clients, attendees, and partners, addressing any issues orconcerns promptly and professionally.

Required Experience : At least 1 year working in student affairs, hospitality management, tourism, retail, community and / or public service.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Experience with digital event platforms and virtual event coordination.

Knowledge of current trends and best practices in event management.

Required Licenses or Certifications : Valid driver's license and criminal background clearance.

Preferred Education : Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Preferred Experience : 3 years’ experience working with diverse populations with a college, public agency, or similar.

Benefits : As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SLCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options.

Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.

Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program.

Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SLCC is an equal opportunity / equal access employer.

SLCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.