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Communication and Events Coordinator, Graduate School of Arts & Sciences - Georgetown University
At Georgetown's Graduate School of Arts & Sciences (GSAS) , we're bringing over 200 years in graduate education to building specialized advanced programs that respond to the needs of our changing world. We are centered by values and preparing you to deepen your expertise, whether it be traditional or interdisciplinary degrees.
Job Overview
The Communication and Events Coordinator supports several tasks, including the spearheading of initiatives such as expanding our alumni network and developing effective and meaningful event programming, organizing the career fair and other event details, and establishing and managing details such as room allocation, data collection and recording. Responsibilities also include support for alumni data collection to maintain a much-needed "Career Placement Data" section on our website.
The Communication and Events Coordinator also supports the continued growth of the Data Science and Analytics program by managing all student and alumni events, as well as assisting program leadership with related project and administrative needs. They work closely with the Director of Student Services to manage and grow ongoing event operations that support current students, including but not limited to:
Coordinating orientation, welcome events, internship and career workshops, industry seminars, annual career fair, and commencement activities
Coordinating social activities for current students including mentorship program group events
Managing events for prospective and admitted students, including on-campus and virtual open houses and information sessions
Managing alumni networking events, including panel discussions, receptions, and virtual networking opportunities
Working with DSAN partner Lander Analytics to host the DCR conference on Georgetown's campus annually
Assisting program leadership and full-time faculty with special projects as needed
Work Interactions
Reporting to the Director of Student Services, the Communication and Events Coordinator works closely with all functional areas within the Graduate School Dean's Office on a regular basis. In addition, this position works closely with faculty. Toward supporting the needs of the students and faculty in the program, they also work closely with University Registrar, Georgetown Event Management Services (GEMS), Classroom Educational Technology Services (CETS), the Graduate Career Center, and the Alumni Office.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
1 year relevant experience
Skilled and creative multi-tasker with strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with event planning
Knowledge of Georgetown application systems
Work Mode: Hybrid 2 Days. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation .
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.