Project and Events Specialist - School of Public Health | Washington University in St. Louis - Military Veterans

Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary Coordinates, implements and manages projects and events for School of Public Health. Develops and facilitates plans that include logistics, budgeting, space planning, vendor management, program details, communication needs and other details to make projects and events successful. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Project Management Provides administrative/operational oversight of assigned program/project. Develops project/program goals, objectives and plans in collaboration with management. Oversees implementation of project plan, monitor, track and evaluate progress. Assists in development/management of department budget/finances. Event Coordination Manages, coordinates and provides operational functions for both internal and external events, special functions and conferences, etc.   Develops budget with event owner and ensures budget is adhered to throughout planning and implementation. Considers appropriate logistics, ensuring space needs, reservations, appropriate permits, consideration of applicable safety precautions, parking, vendor management, food and other details are managed appropriately. Builds relationships with university partners at schools, departments and with staff in executive leadership offices, as well as external vendors and attendees. Provides coordination of teams of employees and student volunteers to effectively support the rollout of events and activities. Facilitates planning meetings with committees and volunteers. Assists in the publication and promotion of events in collaboration with the Communications department. Reviews and analyzes post-event feedback and outcomes to determine successes and future event improvements. Administers software for events. May hire, train, supervise/evaluate student workers. Performs other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement Ability to move to on and off-campus locations Frequent lifting 25 lbs. or more; pick up heavy objects such as luggage, tables and chairs Ability to walk long distances Equipment Office equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position. Work Experience: Communications, Employee Engagement, Marketing, And Event Planning (3 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job This position will be required to work evenings and weekend hours. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Certifications: No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Work Experience: No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Skills: Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Computer Applications, Customer Service, Database Programs, Decision Making, Fast-Paced Environments, Oral Communications, Project Administration, Project Coordination, Relationship Building, Reservation Systems, Self-Organization (Business), Spreadsheets, Supervisory Management, Team Leadership, Word Proccessing, Written Communication Grade G10 Salary Range $49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ . Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email   CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu   or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO/AA Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 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