Job Opening at Tauber Institute

TAUBER INSTITUTE EVENTS COORDINATOR

LOCATION: Ross School of Business, E-2600 area

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

·      Plan and execute events and meetings

·      Facilitate admissions process for Taube; prepare and review applications, work with Managing Director and RSB Admissions on applicant decisions, and schedule interviews.

·      Partner with Program Coordinator to manage and execute Plant Tours and Leadership Advantage Modules

·      Serve as Office Administrator

Looking for someone to work 30 - 40 hours per week with Tauber Institute staff and faculty in the planning and execution of logistics for all Tauber Institute events, conferences, corporate meetings, student programs, and other Tauber-sponsored initiatives.  Exercise considerable discretion and independent judgment with regard to proposals, quotes, and negotiation of contracts with venues and services. 

Responsible for on-site management of all events, including banquet services, materials, space and AV.  Coordinate design, printing, mailing, publicity and registration for all events.  Process and rationalize directions and input from multiple sources.  Monitor and evaluate event success and develop/implement changes to ensure continuous improvement.  Execute events within budget, track all expenses and assist in conducting reconciliations and preparing reports on activity costs. 

Facilitate admissions process for MBA and Graduate Engineering applicants to the Tauber program.  Organize, review, and summarize applications and essays for 250+ Tauber applicants; schedule applicant interviews with Managing Director.

Function as the informed initial point of contact for Tauber Institute inquiries (current/prospective students, general questions, etc.).  Update and maintain student and corporate records in Tauber Institute databases.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree with 2-4 years demonstrated work experience and successful results in events management, customer service or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Must have demonstrated ability in problem identification and resolution with excellent analytical skills. Knowledge of University practice, policies and procedures is desirable.

High-energy personality with superior verbal and written communication skills.  Proactive manner with excellent organizing aptitude and attention to detail.  Ability to pleasantly and professionally interact with students, faculty and senior-level corporate executives while representing the Tauber Institute in a positive, up-beat manner.  Ability to work independently and in a team environment while meeting multiple, simultaneous deadlines.

Previous experience in event planning is highly preferred.  Must works well under pressure.  Demonstrated success in establishing, maintaining, and executing projects within budget.  MS Office skills especially in Word and Excel are required; PowerPoint skills are desirable.

Please send resume and cover letter to Diana Crossley, Managing Director, Tauber Institute for Global Operations, 701 Tappan St., Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1234 or at dianak@umich.edu.  Would prefer a mid-July or early August start date.