Coord,Special Events - req# 31734

****THE BEST CONSIDERATION DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 12.31.2024****

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

Asa Special Events Coordinator, you will work closely with the Sales and EventManager to drive event and conference sales, plan events, and provide onsitesupport.

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

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

Duties andresponsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, thefollowing:

• Assist in overseeing the dailyoperations including dining, meetings, and special events.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends asneeded for special events.
• Recruiting new members and event clientsthrough tactical marketing and sales calls.
• Assist with driving event and conferencesales through marketing, consultation, and touring.
• Provide event planning assistance andonsite oversight of events.
• Provide excellent customer service tomembers and guests.
• Responding to event and conferenceinquiries.
• Booking, updating, and running reports onevents and conferences using the event management software.
• Assist with creating and approvingcommunications for the University Club.
• Assist with tracking, reporting, andreconciling event payments and member dues.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• 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.

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.

• Experience in customer servicepositions.
• Experience in food and beverage operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with coordinating vendors and site management.
• Experience with calendar and booking management.

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

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.