Job Description:
About Brown:
Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.
Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.
About the Opportunity:
Established in 2021, Brown Arts Institute (BAI) is a university-wide research enterprise and catalyst for the arts at Brown that creates new work and supports, amplifies, and adds new dimensions to the creative practices of Brown’s arts departments, faculty, students, and community. Through year-round programming, research-focused courses, initiatives, collaborations, and partnerships, along with rigorous artistic and academic programs, BAI commissions and presents new work on campus, across Providence, Rhode Island, and beyond, from students, faculty, and on-campus arts groups, as well as in collaboration with forward-focused visiting artists and other performing arts organizations.
Responsibilities:
The Events Coordinator assists BAI staff with event support and logistical planning for events taking place within BAI venues. Key duties include the advanced planning to ensure smooth events, day-of management and support of events, space and venue upkeep, and general administrative support related to campus spaces.
Qualifications:
Education
- Required: BA, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience
- 1-2 years in event support or similar work
- Previous work in an arts organization or academic setting preferred
Job Competencies
- Project management skills
- Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Ability to think strategically, with an eye to long-term planning
- Proven verbal and written communication skills and a flexible style to successfully accommodate a broad range of individuals and developing priorities
- Initiative and judgment to independently problem solve
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Google Suite
- Ability to work with little supervision and also serve as strong team member
- Ability to exercise restraint and discretion in matters that are confidential or otherwise sensitive
Additional physical demands and working conditions:
The Event Logistics Coordinator will have a flexible schedule based on the event needs of the BAI. On non-event days, the Coordinator will work a standard 8:30am – 5:00pm shift, but on days when events are planned, the Coordinator will have a shifting schedule. This schedule will be planned a minimum of 1 week in advance.
Salary Grade:
8
Additional Information:
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Please include a cover letter and resume with your application.
Brown University cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2024-07-15
Job Posting Title:
Events Coordinator
Department:
Brown Arts Institute
Grade:
Grade 8
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Onsite
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
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