St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Title: Summer Event Coordinator

Job Description: The coordinator will be responsible for the daily operational functions for June Graduations and Summer Conference Management.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Provide outstanding experience for clients, guests, and support services.
• Ensure the execution of graduations and summer conference events through regular timely communications, program support, and excellent customer service.
• Ensure all logistical information is submitted accurately and according to deadlines.
• Provide all the following 15 days prior to their event: housing guarantees, dining guarantees, collect housing assignments, and facility & av requests.
• Provide clients with accurate invoices prior to and after the event.
• Collect payments according to contract/agreed terms.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree by May 2024
• Experience working in customer service environment
• Strong organizational skills and communication skills
• Enthusiastic, friendly, patient and compassionate
• Ability to problem solve and work independently

Days/ Hours: Monday – Friday (April 15 – June1) & Wednesday – Sunday Friday, 12 pm – 8 pm (June 2 – August 16). Evening & weekend hours required during summer.

Begin/End: April 15 – August 16. Up to 35 hours per week. Not to exceed 650 hours.

Reports to: Event Manager ****

Where will they work: ROTC 206B/Donovan Community Room

Hourly Salary range: $17-18/hr.

Budget range salary - $ 11,050 – $23,400

This position may be relocated to any of St. John’s University’s physical locations at any time.

St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required Skills

Required Experience

• Associates Degree in Manufacturing Processes, Robotics or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum three (3) years manufacturing or related technical, hand on experience.
• Previous Stamping and Laser experience.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and correcting work flow problems.
• Root cause / problem solving ability.
• Experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.
• Computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast paced work environment.
• Ability to visualize and comprehend all aspects of a manufacturing equipment and tooling, understand the relationships of factors affecting a given situation, be attentive to detail, and continually seek to improve work processes.
• Knowledge of automated processes including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control systems and how they interact with each other.