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Meeting Planner, Trauma Programs and Logistics

American College of Surgeons · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
HybridDistribution$67k–$75k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, coordination, execution, and documentation of major COT meetings, including Clinical Congress activities, the COT Annual Meeting/ATLS Global Symposium, and the TQIP Annual Conference.
  • Manage meeting logistics by collaborating with internal ACS divisions, external organizations, and vendors to ensure operational alignment and quality execution.
  • Cook up business development logistics, standardized processes, and stakeholder communications to support meeting efficiency and consistency.
  • Provide committee and participant support, troubleshoot logistical challenges, and oversee dissemination of communications across diverse constituencies.
  • Maintain accurate calendars, leadership assignments, and travel coordination for COT-related activities and external meetings.

Requirements

  • Required Education and/or Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in meeting planning, program management, and event logistics, preferably within healthcare, medical association, nonprofit, or membership-based organizations is preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex meetings, conferences, board or committee activities, including virtual, hybrid, and in-person events.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams), and meeting/event management applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft professional correspondence and effectively interact with senior leadership, volunteers, vendors, and external stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational, project management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams while maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed and support occasional evening and weekend meetings or events.

Qualifications

  • Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Vacation, personal, and sick hours including 13 paid holidays per year.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Medical — comprehensive coverage through BlueCross BlueShield.
  • Dental, Vision, and Prescription drug program.
  • 403(b) Matching Program.
  • Pension Plan.
  • Flexible Spending Medical/Dependent Care.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Domestic Partner Coverage.

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational, project management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams while maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed and support occasional evening and weekend meetings or events.

Benefits

  • We are committed to attracting and retaining top talent via valuable benefits!
  • Vacation, personal, and sick hours including 13 paid holidays per year.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Medical — comprehensive coverage through BlueCross BlueShield.
  • Dental, Vision, and Prescription drug program.
  • 403(b) Matching Program.
  • Pension Plan.
  • Flexible Spending Medical/Dependent Care.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Domestic Partner Coverage.

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