Events Coordinator

About This Opportunity

• Manage the planning of all aspects of day-to-day internal events hosted through Daemen University offices and areas.
• Maintain the Reserving Facilities Form for reservation requests and inquiries.
• Build strong working relationships across campus departments (e.g., Academics, Admissions, Alumni, CTE, Facilities, Dining, Housing).
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain attention to detail in all tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written, for working with clients, campus partners, and staff.
• Strong organizational skills - ability to manage multiple events, tasks, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Attention to detail - ensuring all event logistics are executed smoothly and thoroughly.
• Commitment to providing a positive, professional experience for all guests and clients.
• Team collaboration - builds effective relationships across departments and works well in group settings.
• Problem-solving skills - able to respond quickly and effectively to unexpected changes or needs during events.
• Marketing and social media familiarity - supports promotion of events and outreach efforts.
• Technology proficiency - comfortable using Google Suite, Excel, Word, Canva and event scheduling tools.
• Flexibility and adaptability - can shift priorities and stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of customer service experience, with at least 1 year of relevant experience in hospitality and/or event planning.

Benefits

• Health insurance with an option of two plans: an HSA plan with the deductible funded by employer HSA contributions, or a copay plan.
• Dental insurance through the Guardian network.
• Vision insurance through the Guardian network, and an option between the VSP or Davis plans.
• An 8% employer contribution to the retirement savings account when employees contribute just 5%.
• Fully paid long term disability insurance, guaranteed-issue life insurance for new hires up to a volume of $150,000.
• Tuition waiver for full-time employees and their qualified dependents.
• Entrance in Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities to pursue education at other institutions.
• Generous time off for administrative and staff employees.