An amazing part-time job opportunity for graduate students!

If I didn't already have a summer internship lined up, I would definitely apply for this:

JOB POSTING
PHIPPS CONFERENCE CENTER

The Phipps Conference Center is seeking an Event Coordinator. The University of Denver’s Phipps Conference Center is the host venue for wedding ceremonies and receptions, social, corporate, and philanthropic events. The Phipps Conference Center is comprised of a Georgian style Mansion and Tudor and Mediterranean style Tennis Pavilion. It is situated on 5 ½ acres of landscaped grounds in a residential neighborhood located at 3400 Belcaro Drive, about 1 mile from the university campus.

The Phipps Conference Center is seeking an energetic, articulate and dependable University of Denver graduate student who possesses professionalism in the work place, the ability to be assertive while enforcing the rules and regulations that govern the Phipps Conference Center, and understands the University of Denver’s mission. The Event Coordinator is responsible for successfully executing events held at the Phipps Conference Center, while assisting the Director of the Phipps Conference Center and Wedding Coordinator in the management of daily operations, supervision of its event employees (contracted and internal) and implementation of policies in all areas. Please find the following information:

Job Duties and Responsibilities
· Live-in position.
· Work at least 20 hours per week.
· Duties include answering phone calls, booking events, conducting on-site tours, executing events, and performing administrative tasks.
· Manage University and external commercial events, as assigned, through the planning and implementation of production requirements needed, and execute required contractual obligations.
· Supervise University and external contracted event personnel, of up to 20 or more people, in performing tasks necessary for the coordination and execution of events.
· Make independent decisions on behalf of the Phipps Conference Center and the University pertaining to governing the rules and regulations of the Phipps Conference Center.
· Contribute to the maintenance of good working relationships with all members of the University community.
· Setup and teardown events including moving tables, chairs, tents, AV equipment, and any other item associated with events.
· Provide assistance in landscaping including weeding, planting flowers, leaf removal.
· Provide assistance with snow removal including shoveling snow in the walkways.
· Other Duties as assigned by the Director of the Phipps Conference Center.

Qualifications
· Work at least 20 hours per week including nights/weekends and occasional business hours. Work hours are based on event schedule and candidate’s school schedule.
· Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, database manipulation, Internet searching, and effective communication via phone and e-mail.
· Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
· Must be proficient with office equipment including copier, fax machine, and telephone system.
· Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., including moving tables and chairs, standing, kneeling, and walking for long periods of time.
· Must understand the mission of the Phipps Conference Center in order to make independent decisions on its behalf.
· Preferred experience in event management in an academic or other setting.

Compensation/Benefits
· Live-in position with an apartment on the estate.
· Utilities included.
· 20 hours of tuition waiver per semester.
· Paid $13.00/hour for work.
· Parking space available on site.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please e-mail a cover letter and resume to lorin.fleisher@du.edu or you may contact Lorin Fleisher at 303 871-3442 for more information or to setup an interview. Please feel free to view our website at www.du.edu/phipps.