Special Events Coordinator

Special Events CoordinatorThe Special Events Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating event related activities involving parking and charter buses on campus. Duties will require flexible work schedules depending on event needs and activities. Duties require a significant work commitment during home football and basketball seasons, and annual commencement/graduation activities. This requires working with various departments and visiting groups to coordinate an event's parking needs. This position is weather and special event essential. Other duties as assigned. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentOne (1) year of experience in special events and activitiesValid Driver's LicensePreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or universityKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of campus parking rules and regulationsKnowledge of supervisory practices and proceduresKnowledge of parking space requirements and specificationsKnowledge of campus parking lots, buildings, and facilitiesAbility to assess the parking needs and facilities for the campusAbility to oversee the activities of subordinate employeesAbility to plan and outline parking facilities to accommodate patronsAbility to analyze parking control problems and recommend actionsAbility to supervise or lead the work of othersSalary Information: $46,383 - $52,180; Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply: ResumeOptional Documents: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact Information: Troy Vela, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, View email address on click.appcast.io application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site do not send to listed recruitment contact.Special Instructions to Applicants:Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse TestingThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.Constant Physical Activity:Driving, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Grasping, Lifting, Reaching, StandingOccasional Physical Activity:Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Pulling, Pushing, StoopingBenefits Eligible:Yes