Events Planning Assistant

Description: Carroll College is seeking an energetic and ambitious individual to fill our Events Planning Assistant position. This position will assist the Conferencing & Events Manager in the coordination of events, conferences, and meetings. Duties include set up and tear down of events, making floor plans for events, assisting with planning; handling logistics and participant registration; producing event collateral materials; and providing onsite event assistance. Work with and cross-train with Conferencing & Events Manager to perform all duties in their absence to ensure continuity of operations and the highest degree of customer service. This position will require a flexible schedule to accommodate conferences, including some weekends and holidays. Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED plus 1 year experience in public service, retail, and/or events set-ups. Ideal applicants would have some sales and event experience, or guest service experience, and a passion for high-end hospitality. Must be upbeat with a positive and flexible attitude; work well in a fast-paced environment and exhibit a calm confidence and ability to prioritize key tasks. Must have the ability to learn and troubleshoot conference room technology including such things as sound systems, network connections, laptops, etc. The candidate will need to work a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. To Apply: For priority consideration, please submit all of the following materials electronically to employment@carroll.edu by September 30, 2024: •Cover letter•Resume•Contact information for at least three professional references Position will remain open until filled. Salary is commensurate with experience, education and qualifications. Carroll College is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all. Benefits Include: •Employer sponsored Medical insurance, Wellness program and Employee Assistance Program•Voluntary Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance and more•403(b) Retirement Plan with matching contributions from the College•Tuition Remission and potential Tuition Exchange benefits •Very generous Holiday, Vacation, Sick and other Leave benefits to include up to 20 days of paid holidays•Employer provided Life and Long-Term disability benefits•Other unique benefits such as tickets to home athletic events, rental of outdoor equipment, access to the campus workout facility, and moreAbout Us: Carroll College is a leading private, liberal arts college in the American West. Carroll’s campus rests on 63 acres at the edge of downtown and historic Helena, the capital city of Montana. The surrounding beauty of the Rocky Mountains and Montana fosters wonder and awe, giving the perfect backdrop to a worldly education. More than 75 miles of hiking and biking trails are just minutes from campus, and Helena is in close proximity to the Continental Divide Trail, natural hot springs, Great Divide Ski Area and the Missouri River. Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park are just a few hours away.Founded in 1909, Carroll College warmly embraces its identity as a diocesan, Catholic college. Carroll represents a beacon of light in the community, welcoming members of all religious faiths and all persons of good will in a cooperative journey toward knowledge and virtue. To learn more about Carroll College, please visit our web site at www.carroll.edu.