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Works independently on the Event Services team in Campus Reservations & Events (CR&E) as an event coordinator for large, complex and high profile events occurring in CR&E spaces and beyond; designs and implements event planning workshops and Student Event Coordinator trainings; manages CR&E social media platforms and performs regular website updates. Other duties as assigned.

45% - Essential - Event Planning: Works independently as an Event coordinator and as a member of the Event Services team in Campus Reservations and Events to plan and coordinate various events as assigned. Maintains open communication with CRE staff and other campus partners to provide services that result in quality experiences for affiliated and non-affiliated clients and guests. Works with clients to determine needs in order to develop cost worksheet estimates. Seeks ways to reduce costs, provide creative solutions to increase usage of CRE venues, while providing excellent service and results.
30% - Essential - Marketing and Digital Media Management: Works autonomously as the staff liaison for Campus Reservations and Events' website updates; communicates with Student Affairs Creative Services to ensure updates and changes are made to align with the division/ University expectations and policies. Ensures all CRE social media platforms are up-to-date and regularly utilized to highlight events taking place and communicate departmental updates.
10% - Essential - Event Planning Training: Designs and implements various event planning workshops throughout the year in order to educate the university and community on the event planning process. This includes presenting to student organizations, campus partners and others as requested.
10% - Essential - Student Supervision: Actively contributing to the hiring, training, evaluation and supervision of student staff members.  Assists in creating, implementing and managing a training model that ensures that all student staff members are appropriately prepared to be successful in their assigned roles which may include client meetings, professional correspondence with vendors and exceptional customer service.
5% - Essential - Departmental: Meets regularly with supervisor, attends staff meetings and participates in departmental and University-wide committees. Supports Campus Reservations and Events efforts to impact students¿ Clemson experience personally and professionally by providing engaged learning opportunities where students can develop and articulate their leadership and transferable skills.

Education -  Bachelor's Degree and relevant program experience.
Work Experience with planning, coordinating events and social media management.

Work Experience 3+ years of event planning, logistics and student development.

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

   5% - Stand for prolonged period
  10% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  15% - Walk or move about
   5% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
  50% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  15% - Recognize or inspect visually

  10% - Exposure to heat or cold
   5% - Overnight Travel

Standard Hrs: 37.5

Expected Salary Range ($ 38,985.00 - $ 47,000.00)
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

March 27, 2025

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.