Department: | The Office of Institutional Advancement (OIA) inspires commitment to UMBC. We lead fundraising and development initiatives to support the University’s strategic priorities and goals. We seek to engage and cultivate relationships with individuals, foundations, corporations, alumni, faculty, and colleagues using our expertise, partnerships, and resources. We are committed to thoughtfully stewarding relationships and strategically approaching opportunities that serve and support UMBC and its community. |
Position Overview: | The Events Specialist provides support for university and development events. They work in partnership with the team to produce engaging, inclusive, and modern events. In addition to supporting team members, the specialist is responsible for coordinating and leading the technical execution of events including using specialized knowledge in technology and design. |
Why Work at UMBC? | UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $60,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available. What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category. |
Telework: | A hybrid telework schedule may be available. |
Responsibilities: | The Events Specialist provides support for university and development events. They work in partnership with the team to produce engaging, inclusive, and modern events. In addition to supporting team members, the specialist is responsible for coordinating and leading the technical execution of events including using specialized knowledge in technology and design. The Events Specialist will coordinate and provide expert knowledge of the technical aspects of events, including commencement, community-building events and public celebrations. This position will lead the coordination of all virtual livestream event components including working with campus or external vendors as needed. This role will lead the technological aspect of the event registration process and overall front-line guest experience, including maintaining event websites, managing electronic guest list development and RSVPs, pre/post event electronic communication, responding to email inquiries and monitoring registration reporting and statistics. The Events Specialist will have preparatory and day-of event responsibilities, including: developing Run of Show documents, coordinating technology and website updates, creating name badges, and coding attendee information into a database. This position requires specialized experience in event technology, online meetings, and audio/visual production. The Events Specialist will serve as product manager, maintaining various platforms used for events. Working directly with outside vendors, they will research, identify and recommend appropriate event platforms and products that the division should be utilizing. The Events Specialist will lead on-site technical support during events (i.e. running a slide deck or polling platform, coordinating with tech teams, monitoring chat during a virtual event) and troubleshoot creative solutions to issues that may arise. This person will advise and train the team and cross-campus partners on new available technologies, platforms and best practices for virtual and hybrid events to best deliver messaging and meeting efficiency. This includes determining the requirements for each project and working with event managers and Division of Information Technology staff to ensure that the most effective technologies are utilized. This position will consult, recommend, operate and train staff in the use of software licensed by the University. This position also provides broader technical consultation and expertise to the Division of Institutional Advancement. As a member of the team, the specialist will also assist in a variety of event planning tasks for events led by other team members including event registration, communications, logistics, and day of set up and clean up. Some evening and weekend work will be required. This position will report to the Associate Director, Special Events. |
Required Minimum Qualifications: | - Bachelor's degree
- 1 year experience planning and facilitating in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings and events. Candidates should be able to give a clear example of at least one virtual or hybrid event where they worked as a part of a team to plan, market, and execute the event.
- A thorough understanding of event planning and management, including logistics and event marketing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google platforms and video conferencing technology.
- Experience with data/databases (especially Excel) in a complex work environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, customer service, organization and planning, prioritization, problem solving, time management, and written and oral communications skills.
- The ability to work directly and independently with campus partners while running events including donors, leaders, and public officials.
- Proven experience working with a variety of constituents (faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni, board members, etc.)
- Detail oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work well under pressure.
- An enthusiasm for UMBC and its mission, vision and values are essential.
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Preferred Qualifications: | - Bachelor's degree preferably in communications, business administration, English, information systems, or other related field.
- Experience with graphic design, audio/video production, website development, or other more creative fields.
- Experience with WebEx and YouTube.
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Special Instructions to Applicants: | Upload a cover letter and a resume. |
Closing Date: | Open Until Filled |
Benefits: | UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here): Generous Leave which includes accruing: - 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission: - 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits: - Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits. Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. |
Salary: | Salary: $60,000 - $64,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. |
Hours: | Full-time |
Type: | Regular |
FLSA Status: | Exempt |
Equal Opportunity Statement: | UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
Title IX: | As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
Accommodation: | If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
Work Authorization | As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |