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NSU's Healthcare Academic & Career Exploration (ACE) project is seeking an event coordinator/assistant to the executive director to assist with meeting the goal of raising high school students' awareness of healthcare careers in our region. Healthcare ACE hosts six day-long experiential-learning events during the academic year to introduce high school students to various healthcare occupations.The event coordinator/assistant will manage the logistics of Healthcare ACE events, including collaborating with School Boards to secure student registration, attendance, and forms. They will also assist the Executive Director with purchasing, travel, marketing, communications, contracts, and reporting.This project is funded by a 5-year Future of HealthC.A.R.E. Program Grant awarded to NSU in 2023 by The Rapides Foundation. The grant aims to increase the number of qualified students from the Foundation's nine-parish service area enrolling in healthcare training programs or entering into the healthcare workforce.To apply : Please submit a letter of application, resume, and current letters of recommendation from three professional references. Applications should be sent electronically to ...@nsula.edu .Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency. The successful candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment.NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)NSU provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy covers all employment terms, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, and termination.All complaints related to Title IX should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell, at 318-###-#### or via email at ...@nsula.edu .For ADA accommodations, contact Jennifer Kelly at 318-###-#### or via email at ...@nsula.edu . For student services, contact Crissey Smith at 318-###-#### or ...@nsula.edu . For faculty/staff accommodations, contact Veronica M. Biscoe at 318-###-#### or ...@nsula.edu .Inquiries regarding employment application status should be emailed to : ...@nsula.edu .Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree preferred.Relevant experience in organizing and coordinating events or programs.Proficiency in clerical/administrative activities.Experience promoting academic and career readiness.Ability to serve individuals from diverse backgrounds.Experience with marketing, communications, or public relations.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.Experience with graphic design/layout for web, print, and social media.Critical thinking and decision-making skills.Preferred Skills:Teaching experience.Proficiency with Banner and university purchasing software.Knowledge of Louisiana State Purchasing rules.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate communication with stakeholders before, during, and after events.Organize and evaluate events, prepare materials, and track attendance.Manage purchasing using the State Purchasing System.Handle personnel contracts following state policies.Arrange travel and accommodations for events.Develop and implement marketing strategies.Assist with internal and external communications.Support administrative tasks and logistics.Prepare reports and maintain files and inventories.Participate in special projects as needed.Represent NSU positively and uphold standards.Perform other duties as assigned.#J-18808-Ljbffr