Grinnell College Hiring for Coordinator of Commencement and Conferences (B, Non-Exempt, month, Full-Time) at Grinnell, IA Full Time

Coordinator of Commencement and Conferences (B4, Non-Exempt, 12 month, Full-Time)

Department:

Conference Operations & Events

Job Summary:

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGEGrinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa and is ranked #11 on the U.S. News and World Report’s list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges. Grinnell College is a top ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies. POSITION SUMMARYThe Coordinator of Commencement and Conferences is responsible for planning and implementation of all activities related to commencement, including selection of the commencement speaker. This role will work with new external clients having the end goal of increasing revenue generation. This would include the planning and execution of client events throughout the summer and academic year. The coordinator has the responsibility for estimates, proposals, budget, billing, and revenue reconciliation for these events. The candidate would also be supervising student workers during both the academic year and summer months. Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the planning and execution of Commencement related activities
• Manage Commencement Speaker Selection process
• Assist in building relationships, community outreach, recruiting and marketing conference to external constituents
• Manage execution of external client events
• Handle estimates, proposals, billing for client events
• Revenue reconciliation at month and year end with the accounting office
• Supervise student workers

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Five years or more of relevant work experience or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated experience with community outreach and relationship building
• Champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Planning and organizing skills; strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate strategically with a variety of constituents
• Independent self-starter with developed problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience with supervision and recognizes the value of teamwork
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree
• Study in the area of hospitality or event management a plus
• Demonstrated experience with logistics and event planning

Link to Job Description:

Coordinator for Commencement and Conferences

FLSA Category:

Non-Exempt

Staff/Faculty:

Staff

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Employment Category:

Regular

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.

Open Until Filled:

No

Posting Number:

S00998

Diversity Statement:

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.