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Position Summary:

The FAU College of Business is one of the largest AACSB-accredited colleges of business in the United States with more than 8,500 students. The college has six departments and an impressive offering of degree programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (including Ph.D.) as well as many online, executive, and certificate programs. The College of Business was named one of the 2011 "Best Business Schools" by The Princeton Review as well as one of America's "Top 50 Business Schools for Entrepreneurs" and "Top 25 Online Business Programs" by U.S. News and World Report. The FAU Sports Management MBA is ranked in the "Top 10 Worldwide" by Sport Business International. For more information about the FAU College of Business, please visit http://business.fau.edu .

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Event Coordinator, Executive Education, Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of responsibilities:

• Strategize on campus initiatives to create student engagement, operational excellence, and marketing of programs.

• Organize Seminars and events for graduate programs.

• Provide general office support for all Executive Education on weeknights and weekends.

• Responsible for creating Purchase Orders and working with approved FAU vendors to purchase items related to events management.

• Responsible for processing invoices and working with the controller’s office to submit appropriate documentation to process the payments.

• Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, trainings or conferences.

• Coordinate services for events such as catering, signage and displays.

• Assisting Lead coordinator and Operations Manager with event and project coordination.

• Planning, coordination, and execution of projects and events with co-workers, various university departments and community partners.

• Event Management (food ordering, porter service, event set up, room booking, parking, staffing).

• Other job-related duties as assigned by Assistant Director or Director.

  The College of Business at Florida Atlantic University seeks applicants who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to engaging communities underrepresented in higher education. Florida Atlantic University is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the diverse internal and external communities that it serves.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization with 2 years of experience required.

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization with a minimum of four years of experience preferred.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

o Data entry skills

o Proficiency in English and in MS Office Suite

o Customer service orientation and negotiation skills

o High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

o Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time management

o Strong client-facing and teamwork skills

o Critical thinking and problem solving skills

o Exercise independent judgement in following established procedures where alternatives are limited

o Excellent interpersonal skills (both orally and written)

The Senior Operations Coordinator position requires a service minded, well-organized, detail-oriented person with strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills and a good multi-tasker. The position requires an outgoing individual who enjoys providing a high level of service and assisting other people. This individual should know how to prioritize job tasks, work well under deadlines/pressure, does not mind working in a fast-paced environment, and is a team player with a flexible schedule. Teamwork is important in this position to build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles. This position will also work directly with primarily working professionals in a Business setting. The position will assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of projects and events.

Salary:

$60,000 - $65,000 per year.

Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

Executive Education.

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Some nights and weekends as needed.

Weekend and Weeknights required for appropriate staffing of events.

Provides support during the Executive Education classes on some weeknights and weekends.

Application Deadline:

2024-05-07

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu

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Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.

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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.