Conference Assistant - University of Vermont : Job Details

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Conference Assistant

Posting Summary

The Conference Assistant provides administrative and logistical support for continuing medical education conferences and events. Responsibilities include communicating with faculty, exhibitors, and participants; arranging travel and lodging for speakers; preparing conference materials; and supporting on-site registration. The role also involves maintaining and updating tracking systems, generating certificates and reports, coordinating with internal departments on registration logistics, and ensuring all accreditation and planning deadlines are met. Additional duties include assisting with promotional materials, managing vendor databases, updating conference websites, and supporting survey development and evaluation efforts.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Associate's degree or equivalent experience and one to three years related administrative support experience required. Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills are essential as well as, a proven history exhibiting attention to detail required. Proficiency with Microsoft applications is required. Ability to word process at speed of 40 wpm required.

Desirable Qualifications

Proficiency with Basecamp or similar project management applications highly desirable. Previous conference or event experience desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range $23.50/hour - $25.50/hour

Other Information

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position, Travel to and from worksites required, A probationary period may be required

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location Colchester, Vermont, United States

Job Open Date 07/02/2025

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title Office/Prgm Support Generalist

Posting Number S5662PO

Department Cont Medical & Interprof Ed/55090

Position Number 015396

Employee FTE 1.0

Employee Term 12

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Documents Needed to Apply

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• Resume

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