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Reporting to the VP of Enrollment Management, the Special Events & Project Coordinator will work with all departments in Enrollment Management and other University stakeholders to coordinate the fall student open house and two spring accepted student days for undergraduate enrollment. In addition, the coordinator will plan and execute yield events for graduate and accelerated programs in collaboration with department stakeholders. Coordination will include all scheduling, coordinating programming, communications, and program assessments. The coordinator will work with stakeholders on continual assessment and improvement of the New Student Onboarding programs. Additional special projects may be assigned on an as needed basis. This is a full-time, 12-month position. Duties of the role include but are not limited to:• Preparation and execution of the open house and yield events including but not limited to sign ups, building registrations, volunteer coordination, catering orders, work orders, vendor coordination, signage and programming.• Coordinate and review all communications about events both internally and externally.• Assess all aspects of events, report out and make recommendations for continued improvement.• Manage the New Student Onboarding programs for transfer and first year students including but not limited to coordination and review of communications, assisting with program planning, assessment of the programs and implementation of updates for continued improvement.• Report on assessment aspects of New Student Onboarding such as student survey, staff and faculty surveys, compliance with program requirements.• Collect and report on key indicators of success including tracking numbers of applications/deposits after events, tracking melt percentages, and retention numbers.• Build event calendar for graduate programs and assist with planning and execution of events.• Other Enrollment Management special projects coordination as needed. Qualifications: Required:• Bachelor’s degree• At least two years’ experience event planning in higher education or similar organization• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities, and ability to be independently motivated• Demonstratively strong planning, organizational, and management skills; attention to detail and ability to effectively manage multiple and competing deadlines.• Ability to collaborate with administrators, faculty, and staff to facilitate and improve services.• Ability to work both in a team setting as well as independently.• Ability to collect and interpret data. Preferred:• Master’s Degree• Experience with Banner, Argos, and Slate• Five years’ experience in College Admissions• Five years’ experience in large event planning Contact Information: Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628. Candidates will be required to electronically submit:• cover letter• resume• contact information for three professional references Please apply by visiting Deadline: Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received by 2/12/25 Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities. SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer. Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. 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