Events Assistant - Temporary Position Job at University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL

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  • University of Miami
  • Coral Gables, FL

Job Description

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The Events Assistant helps event staff with planning and hosting meetings, conferences, and other events in the assigned department. Specifically, the Events Assistant assumes responsibility for making location, food, transportation, and presentation arrangements.CORE JOB FUNCTIONS1. Receives and finalizes contracts and assists with collection of event deposits and payments.2. Performs basic office administrative functions and responds to customer questions and inquiries.3. Sets-up, breaks-down, and transports event equipment.4. Keeps inventory of materials and food at events to ensure they meet the needs of audience turnout.5. Maintains guest lists and updated contacts.6. Sustains relationships with external vendors.7. Anticipates all support presentation materials and technology requirements and makes appropriate arrangements.8. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation:High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or licenseExperience:Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

  • Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

  • Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.

With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here ( for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Temporary

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Work at office,

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