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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Division of Student Affairs at Penn State Abington seeks a dynamic and energetic individual to join our team. Penn State Abington is the most diverse of the Penn State campuses and Student Affairs is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. Student Affairs is committed to the wholistic development of the students that we serve. We strive to foster a student and campus community that promotes respect and personal accountability. 
 

The Communications and Special Events Manager is a new and vital part of assisting the student affairs team execute annual events and programs while also serving as the unit expert on marketing and engagement.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Event Planning and Logistics: 

• Coordinates space reservations and set ups in Live 25/collaborate w/Business Services. 

• Manages vendor communication and updates for events, including Police Services, Parking and Transportation and outside vendors. 

• Serves as a contract signatory  

• Manage Event Request approval in Engage and communication and messaging to students/advisors.  

• Facilitate contracts and vendors. 

• Identify and collaborate with campus partners and community agencies. 

• Administer space reservations/set ups/volunteer sign ups and other logistics. 

• Manage budget for events  

Marketing and Public Relations  

• Division and unit branding 

• Social Media strategy

• Promotional materials for annual programs 

• Manage and update division website  

Miscellaneous: 

• Participates in committees and campus wide committees  

• Assists in the development and implementation of processes and procedures to create efficiencies with event planning and execution.  

• Performs other duties as assigned 

Qualifications: 1+ years related experience  
Master’s Degree or higher Or an equivalent combination of education and experience 

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusiv