Events Assistant | College of IST

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** POSITION SPECIFICS
**** The College of Information Sciences and Technology** (IST) is seeking candidates for an
** Events Assistant
** to join our team that supports all college events. This position will report directly to the Event Supervisor.
** The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
*** Plan, manage, assist in, and participate in planning and implementing college-wide events, seminars, symposiums, conferences, and special themed events, including Commencement.
* Select appropriate sites for events that meet both educational and budgetary goals.
* Meet with sales representatives; research, obtain quotes, purchase, and/or recommend equipment purchases.
* Gather and analyze information from various sources to make determinations, decisions, and recommendations for college events.
* Collaborate across the college and university to ensure best practices.
* Provide financial forms support to assigned budgets utilizing the university's financial system; maintain and/or monitor budgets.
* Perform in a lead support capacity; establish and assign priorities; ensure schedules are maintained and deadlines are met; develop processes and procedures for the college
* Resolve issues with various students, faculty, and staff.
* Maintain office files, procedures, and manuals; recommend changes in policy and procedures.
* Maintain distribution lists and/or databases, verify and enter information.
* Maintain calendars and schedule/cancel appointments.
* Coordinate travel arrangements, prepare itineraries, and prepare and submit travel expense documents.
* Manage purchasing card and reconciliation reports.
* Attend meetings; record, transcribe, and distribute meeting minutes.
* Act as liaison to internal and external contacts; answer inquiries and respond to and/or resolve a variety of issues.
* May design and maintain web pages and event signage.
* Inventory and order supplies.
** MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
** General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required

Certifications:

None###  
** Additional

Preferred Qualifications:

*** Excellent customer service skills.
* Problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative member of a high-functioning team.
* Experience with Adobe Workfront and Penn State Systems is desirable but not required.
* Special events planning and management experience are a plus.
** Additional Information:
** Due to the nature of the work, this position is primarily in-person on campus and will require evening and weekend work as needed/dependent on events. Questions related to the schedule can be discussed with the recruiter.
** BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
** Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.###  Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
** SALARY & BENEFITS
** The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $38,300.00 - $55,500.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.

One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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