Events Planner
Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: March 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S07774P
Working Title
Events Planner
Department
FACS-Inst Hum Dev & Disability
About the University of Georgia
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the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction
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employees, are currently not in effect.
The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant
university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the
state's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified
institution of higher education (). UGA is currently ranked among
the top 15 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The
University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65
miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta,
Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the
Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in
the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time
instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The
University's enrollment exceeds 39,000 students including over
30,000 undergraduates and over 9,000 graduate and professional
students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as
well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the
UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
The Institute on Human Development and Disability (IHDD),
designated as a University Center for Excellence in Developmental
Disabilities (UCEDD), is part of a national network of 68
university centers. IHDD operates with the support and advice of
our Community Advisory Council. IHDD can be envisioned as
stretching across Georgia, with educational programs and outreach
projects touching every corner of the state. IHDD core funding is
provided by the US Department of Health and Human Services,
Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. IHDD
projects are funded by multiple grants, contracts, and private
scholarships.
Since 1965, the faculty, staff, and students at IHDD have provided
a strong and positive force for social change. IHDD focuses on the
strengths and contributions of people with disabilities and
conceptualizes disability as a natural part of human existence.
Disability issues are explored from infancy through aging.
College/Unit/Department website
https://www.fcs.uga.edu/ihdd
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Part Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Afternoons preferred but is negotiable
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date
01/25/2022
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
02/21/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic
information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or
protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or
assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this
search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information
Classification Title
External Affairs Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
.50
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an
apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.
Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of
education/experience in lieu of the required minimum
qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
This part-time position is responsible for outreach activities
across the state. It involves working with a variety of individuals
and agencies. Individual will oversee in-person and virtual
meetings and conferences, negotiate contracts and event
sponsorships, coordinate event logistics, and prepare/manage event
budgets.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands
Lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing stairs, working outdoors, sitting
for extended periods of time in an office or event location.
Driving.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial
resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children
under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT
security, personnel records, patient records, or access to
chemicals and medications)
No
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with
financial responsibilities. For additional information about the
credit check criteria, visit the website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Work cooperatively with faculty and staff to coordinate logistics
involved with developing and implementing event plans to ensure
successful execution of events. This includes hosting virtual
conferences, generating sponsorships dollars, communicating with
venues regarding space reservations, meeting room set-ups, A/V
requirements, oversight of lodging accommodations, and selecting
menus. This may include direct on-site management of events
including set up, coordination of registrations, and/or vendor
needs.
Percentage of time
70
Duties/Responsibilities
Creates budgets for programs and analyze financial information
(e.g. revenues, expenditures) to ensure all operations are within
budget. Accurately evaluate profit/loss of programs. Present
budgets to supervisors and forecast future budget needs.
Percentage of time
15
Duties/Responsibilities
Work cooperatively with faculty and staff to support evaluation
efforts and generate reports to assist in evaluating program
impact.
Percentage of time
5
Duties/Responsibilities
Attend trainings, meetings and other ad hoc events.
Percentage of time
10
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