Coord,Special Events - #1688981

Requisition ID req29090
Working Title Coord,Special Events
Position Grade 08
Position Summary

UNM Food is seeking a motivated customer service expert to serve as Special Events Coordinator to support event duties and sales for the University Club, Championship Golf Course, and conference lodging. In this position, you will be responsible for supporting the event sales growth for multiple areas and providing onsite event support for special events. The Special Events Coordinator will also assist with the daily operations of the University Club. a membership-based operation that serves lunch Monday - Friday, happy hour on Friday afternoon, and evening and weekend special events.

As a Special Events Coordinator, you will work closely with the Sales and Event Manager to drive event and conference sales, plan events, and provide onsite support.

This is a full-time position that requires evening and weekend hours.

If you are a creative problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for delivering exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in overseeing the daily operations including dining, meetings, and special events.

• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed for special events.

• Recruiting new members and event clients through tactical marketing and sales calls.

• Assist with driving event sales through marketing, consultation, and touring.

• Provide event planning assistance and onsite oversight of events.

• Provide excellent customer service to members and guests.

• Represent event venues at trade shows and university information fairs.

• Assist with creating and approving communications for the University Club.

• Consult on menu planning for daily buffet and special events.

• Assist with tracking, reporting, and reconciling event payments and member dues.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in customer service positions.
• Experience in food and beverage operations.
• Proven history of sales experience and revenue growth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with coordinating vendors and site management.
• Experience with calendar and booking management.

Additional Requirements
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Food Services (074B)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status Non-Exempt
Pay Hourly: $16.88 - $21.72
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 4/22/2024
Eligible for Remote Work
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

• Cover Letter to address preferred qualifications • Resume • List of supervisory references that can validate qualifications References will not be contacted until the final stage of interview

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.