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Job Title University Events Graduate Assistant
Requisition Number DU11714
Department Name 3DH41:Aux Services – University Events
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $800/Bi-weekly
Type of Position Student
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education Bachelor’s degree pursing a master’s degree
 
Required Related Experience None 
Required License/Registration/Certification None 
Physical Requirements Able to walk long distance, climb stairs, endure extreme temperatures and able to lift up to 25 lbs 
Shift This is a 20 hour per week position. Some evenings and weekends may be required. Must be able to begin work in May 2024.
 
 
Job Summary  Responsibilities include coordinating arrangements for the annual College Business Management Institute (CBMI), a conference to be held July 21-26, 2024 at the University of Kentucky. Hundreds of business officers and administrators from colleges and universities across the United States attend this week-long conference every summer. CBMI faculty include university presidents, top-level administrators and other experts in a variety of fields.
 
 Duties include assisting with the following:
 
 · Planning various catered events (menu selection, room set-up, etc.) · Handling speaker arrangements (travel, hotel, conference materials, etc.) · Writing, editing and producing marketing materials · Coordinating A/V, room set-up, and other meeting room logistics · Serving as a liaison with vendors, caterers and other suppliers · Management of on-site conference activities
 
 Additional responsibilities may include assisting University Events with processing, managing, and approving registered student organization and UK department/college wide events through the Event Management System (EMS) software.
 
 The ideal candidate would be able to commit to working as a Graduate Assistant for two years.
 
 
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities  – Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
– Knowledgeable in event planning and event management
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
– Excellent time management skills
– Creative problem solving
– Flexible and willing to take initiative 
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience The ideal candidate will have experience in event planning and/or event management. 
Deadline to Apply 02/16/2024
University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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