Position Summary:
Reporting to the Curator of Education, the Event Coordinator will contribute to the successful execution of events by overseeing implementation and coordination for events such as monthly drop-in gallery programs, exhibition openings, musical concerts, and external event requests from UW-Madison and beyond. This individual will correspond with event stakeholders to plan and implement events, coordinate all logistical details, and serve as the primary point of contact during the event. The individual should demonstrate proficient decision-making, the ability to remain calm and flexible under pressure, and have exceptional communication skills. This position is expected to work 25 hours/week, with the occasional need to work up to 30 hours/week. The weekly schedule may vary and will require some evenings and weekends.


Position Duties:
List of Duties
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Department(s):
A023500-GENERAL SERVICES/A0235/G SERV/CHAZEN MUSEUM

Work Type:
Part-time:62.5%

Work Schedule:
This position requires evenings and weekends. Weekly schedule may vary, 25 hours per week is standard, with occasional needs to work up to 30 hours per week.

Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable

Hourly rate:
$17.25 - $20.00
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:
Please click on the "Apply Now" button (jobs.wisc.edu, search for job # 107511) to start the application process. Applicants will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience. Pay will be based on experience and qualifications.

Click on the List of Duties link to see a full job description and the skills needed for a successful candidate.

PLEASE NOTE: The online application system locks at 11:55 PM CST on the application deadline date. Online submissions that are not COMPLETED by 11:55 PM CST on the deadline date will not be considered.

Contact:
Kristine Zickuhr
kzickuhr@chazen.wisc.edu
608-263-8143
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Official Title:
UNIV CONF COORDINATOR(18500)

Employment Class:
University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:
107511


The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://oed.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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Applications Open: Apr 18 2019 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: May 20 2019 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time


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