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    (Hybrid) Special Events Coordinator Senior - WVU Cancer Institute

    Morgantown, United StatesHybridFull-timePosted 2d ago
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    %3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe WVU Cancer Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Special Events Coordinator Senior.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EAbout the Opportunity%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe WVU Cancer Institute is a leading center for cancer care and research, dedicated to advancing education, treatment, and outreach programs that improve patient outcomes. The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in fostering the institute%27s mission to promote knowledge-sharing and professional growth within the medical community.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EThe Project Manager of Events and Continuing Medical Education provides strategic leadership, oversight, and execution management for the planning and delivery of institutional conferences, educational programs, continuing medical education (CME) activities, and high-profile special events.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EThis role is responsible for managing a comprehensive portfolio of academic and healthcare-related events from concept through post-event evaluation, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, accreditation requirements, financial stewardship, and operational excellence.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EThe Project Manager serves as the central leader for event strategy, stakeholder engagement, compliance oversight, budget management, and process improvement.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWe strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including%5C:%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E37.5-hour work week%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E13 paid holidays%26nbsp;(%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/holiday-schedule%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Estaff holiday calendar%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/time-off/ee-leave%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Eemployee leave%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E18 sick days per year%26nbsp;(for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWVU offers a range of%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/insurance-plans%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Ehealth insurance and other benefits%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/retirement%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Emore retirement benefits information%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWellness programs%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:9.0pt;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EWhat You%27ll Do%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EStrategic Event Leadership%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3ELead the strategic planning, development, and execution of institutional conferences, educational programs, lectures, symposiums, seminars, and special events.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EUnder the direction of WVUCI Senior Leadership Team, coordinate the logistics for site visits, external reviews, and faculty candidate visits.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EDevelop long-term event strategies aligned with organizational mission, educational goals, recruitment initiatives, and institutional priorities.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EManage a complex portfolio of concurrent events with varying audiences, objectives, and operational requirements.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EIdentify opportunities to expand event impact, audience engagement, and program visibility.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EProject Management %26amp; Operational Oversight%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EOversee full project lifecycle management for events from concept development through post-event completion.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDevelop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, milestone tracking, and implementation strategies.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDelegate operational event logistics to support staff while maintaining accountability for successful delivery.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EMonitor event progress, proactively identify risks, and implement solutions to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EStandardize event planning workflows, templates, and internal processes to improve efficiency and consistency.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EContinuing Medical Education (CME) Leadership %26amp; Compliance%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ELead the planning and oversight of accredited continuing medical education activities in accordance with ACCME standards, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECollaborate with faculty, educational planners, and institutional stakeholders to develop compliant educational programming.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EEnsure accurate documentation, disclosure management, accreditation submissions, and post-activity reporting.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EServe as subject matter resource regarding CME compliance, commercial support guidelines, and educational governance.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EFinancial Management %26amp; Resource Stewardship%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDevelop, manage, and monitor event budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational goals.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EOversee financial planning, expense tracking, forecasting, reconciliation, and post-event reporting.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ENegotiate contracts and service agreements with venues, vendors, and service providers.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EEvaluate resource allocation and implement cost-effective planning strategies%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3ESponsorship, Partnerships %26amp; Stakeholder Engagement%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECultivate and manage strategic relationships with faculty leadership, executive leadership, vendors, exhibitors, sponsors, community partners, and external collaborators.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ELead sponsorship development strategies in accordance with compliance and organizational guidelines.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EServe as the primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders regarding event planning, expectations, and execution.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECollaborate with marketing and communications teams to support promotional strategy, attendee engagement, and event visibility.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3ELeadership %26amp; Team Supervision%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide leadership, direction, and oversight to event coordination and administrative support staff.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDelegate responsibilities appropriately while maintaining accountability for overall event success.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EMentor and support team members in professional growth and performance development.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EEstablish clear workflows, roles, responsibilities, and communication expectations across event teams.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EQuality Improvement %26amp; Program Evaluation%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EOversee post-event evaluation strategy, including attendee feedback analysis, outcomes measurement, and performance reporting.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EUse data and stakeholder feedback to improve future programming and attendee experience.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EImplement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives for event operations and educational programming.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EInstitutional Collaboration%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPartner with institutional leadership, faculty, administrative departments, and external organizations to align event programming with broader organizational objectives.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EFacilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless planning and execution across departments.%3C/span%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E %3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe WVU Cancer Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Special Events Coordinator Senior.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EAbout the Opportunity%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe WVU Cancer Institute is a leading center for cancer care and research, dedicated to advancing education, treatment, and outreach programs that improve patient outcomes. The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in fostering the institute%27s mission to promote knowledge-sharing and professional growth within the medical community.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EThe Project Manager of Events and Continuing Medical Education provides strategic leadership, oversight, and execution management for the planning and delivery of institutional conferences, educational programs, continuing medical education (CME) activities, and high-profile special events.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EThis role is responsible for managing a comprehensive portfolio of academic and healthcare-related events from concept through post-event evaluation, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, accreditation requirements, financial stewardship, and operational excellence.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EThe Project Manager serves as the central leader for event strategy, stakeholder engagement, compliance oversight, budget management, and process improvement.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWe strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including%5C:%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E37.5-hour work week%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E13 paid holidays%26nbsp;(%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/holiday-schedule%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Estaff holiday calendar%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/time-off/ee-leave%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Eemployee leave%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E18 sick days per year%26nbsp;(for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWVU offers a range of%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/insurance-plans%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Ehealth insurance and other benefits%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/retirement%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Emore retirement benefits information%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWellness programs%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:9.0pt;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EWhat You%27ll Do%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EStrategic Event Leadership%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3ELead the strategic planning, development, and execution of institutional conferences, educational programs, lectures, symposiums, seminars, and special events.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EUnder the direction of WVUCI Senior Leadership Team, coordinate the logistics for site visits, external reviews, and faculty candidate visits.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EDevelop long-term event strategies aligned with organizational mission, educational goals, recruitment initiatives, and institutional priorities.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EManage a complex portfolio of concurrent events with varying audiences, objectives, and operational requirements.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ascii-theme-font%5C:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font%5C:major-latin;%22%3EIdentify opportunities to expand event impact, audience engagement, and program visibility.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EProject Management %26amp; Operational Oversight%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EOversee full project lifecycle management for events from concept development through post-event completion.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDevelop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, milestone tracking, and implementation strategies.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDelegate operational event logistics to support staff while maintaining accountability for successful delivery.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EMonitor event progress, proactively identify risks, and implement solutions to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EStandardize event planning workflows, templates, and internal processes to improve efficiency and consistency.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EContinuing Medical Education (CME) Leadership %26amp; Compliance%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ELead the planning and oversight of accredited continuing medical education activities in accordance with ACCME standards, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECollaborate with faculty, educational planners, and institutional stakeholders to develop compliant educational programming.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EEnsure accurate documentation, disclosure management, accreditation submissions, and post-activity reporting.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EServe as subject matter resource regarding CME compliance, commercial support guidelines, and educational governance.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EFinancial Management %26amp; Resource Stewardship%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDevelop, manage, and monitor event budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational goals.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EOversee financial planning, expense tracking, forecasting, reconciliation, and post-event reporting.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ENegotiate contracts and service agreements with venues, vendors, and service providers.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EEvaluate resource allocation and implement cost-effective planning strategies%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3ESponsorship, Partnerships %26amp; Stakeholder Engagement%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECultivate and manage strategic relationships with faculty leadership, executive leadership, vendors, exhibitors, sponsors, community partners, and external collaborators.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ELead sponsorship development strategies in accordance with compliance and organizational guidelines.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EServe as the primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders regarding event planning, expectations, and execution.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECollaborate with marketing and communications teams to support promotional strategy, attendee engagement, and event visibility.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3ELeadership %26amp; Team Supervision%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide leadership, direction, and oversight to event coordination and administrative support staff.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDelegate responsibilities appropriately while maintaining accountability for overall event success.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EMentor and support team members in professional growth and performance development.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EEstablish clear workflows, roles, responsibilities, and communication expectations across event teams.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EQuality Improvement %26amp; Program Evaluation%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EOversee post-event evaluation strategy, including attendee feedback analysis, outcomes measurement, and performance reporting.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EUse data and stakeholder feedback to improve future programming and attendee experience.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EImplement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives for event operations and educational programming.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cstrong%3EInstitutional Collaboration%3C/strong%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPartner with institutional leadership, faculty, administrative departments, and external organizations to align event programming with broader organizational objectives.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EFacilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless planning and execution across departments.%3C/span%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E
    • Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Communications, Public Health, Education, or related field. 
    • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the following:
      • Progressively responsible experience in event management, conference planning, academic programming, healthcare administration, or project management. 
      • Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder events from planning through execution. 
      • Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships
    • Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
    • All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Demonstrated project management experience with multiple simultaneous initiatives. 
    • Strong leadership, organizational, and operational planning skills. 
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 
    • Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and solve complex operational challenges. 

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Education, Event Management, or related field. 
    • Experience in academic medicine, healthcare systems, higher education, or continuing education programming. 
    • Experience managing accredited CME/CE educational activities. 
    • Supervisory or team leadership experience. 
    • Experience with event management platforms, registration systems, project management tools, and budget reporting systems.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Communications, Public Health, Education, or related field. 
    • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the following:
      • Progressively responsible experience in event management, conference planning, academic programming, healthcare administration, or project management. 
      • Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder events from planning through execution. 
      • Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships
    • Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
    • All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Demonstrated project management experience with multiple simultaneous initiatives. 
    • Strong leadership, organizational, and operational planning skills. 
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 
    • Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and solve complex operational challenges. 

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Education, Event Management, or related field. 
    • Experience in academic medicine, healthcare systems, higher education, or continuing education programming. 
    • Experience managing accredited CME/CE educational activities. 
    • Supervisory or team leadership experience. 
    • Experience with event management platforms, registration systems, project management tools, and budget reporting systems.

    West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

    From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

    At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.

    Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

    West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.  

    West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

    From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

    At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.

    Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

    West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.  

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