Requisition Number: 20122674 Type of Employment: Full-Time Regular Number of Months: Months Employed: Number of Hours per Day/Week: 40 Daily Hours:
Summary Position The Event Planner reports to the Director of Academic and Administrative Services. This position will handle planning, publicity and execution of events for various internal and external constituents, such as law school offices/departments, faculty, student organizations, alumni, the Board of Advisors and the bench and bar. It will ensure coordinated scheduling of all law school activities and events, other than classes and related activities. As to classes and other academic activities, the position will coordinate with the Registrar and Director of Academic Affairs to assign and schedule rooms.
Benefits of Working at Elon University As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.
Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.
Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
Immediate tuition remission for employees.
Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.
Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.
Free use of campus fitness facilities.
Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.
Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at three years of service. After four years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.
Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.
Education Requirements Bachelors degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Degree/Major: Length of Experience: Supervisory Experience: No
Supervisory Experience Detail None
Special Skills or Experience Conducts comprehensive planning, publicity and execution of events, including budgeting, registration, coordination, implementation, and post-event evaluation, including budget reconciliation. Ensures smooth-running, effective events, including recognizing and resolving potential and actual problems in a timely manner using tact, discretion and political acumen. Designs and implements communication strategies designed to publicize events to the general public, students, faculty, sponsors, and government representatives (in coordination with Director of Communications). Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date: 08/14/2023 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes
General Purpose of Position The Event Planner reports to the Director of Academic and Administrative Services. This position will handle planning, publicity and execution of events for various internal and external constituents, such as law school offices/departments, faculty, student organizations, alumni, the Board of Advisors and the bench and bar. It will ensure coordinated scheduling of all law school activities and events, other than classes and related activities. As to classes and other academic activities, the position will coordinate with the Registrar and Director of Academic Affairs to assign and schedule rooms.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conducts comprehensive planning, publicity and execution of events, including budgeting, registration, coordination, implementation, and post-event evaluation, including budget reconciliation. Ensures smooth-running, effective events, including recognizing and resolving potential and actual problems in a timely manner using tact, discretion and political acumen. Designs and implements communication strategies designed to publicize events to the general public, students, faculty, sponsors, and government representatives (in coordination with Director of Communications). Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
Education and Experience Bachelors degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Does this position require driving for the university? No
Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.
Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elons experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs 'Focused on Student Success.' Elons more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.
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Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elon’s experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs “Focused on Student Success.” Elon’s more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.