Administrative Assistant, Day Leadership Academy

Metropolitan State University of Denver•Denver, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Day Leadership Academy (DLA) within the School of Hospitality at Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and highly organized Administrative Assistant. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the creation and delivery of hospitality-focused programming, collaborate on new and creative ideas, and engage directly with the Denver and Colorado hospitality community. The Administrative Assistant will work closely with DLA leadership and other School of Hospitality faculty to support initiatives that connect working professionals with industry leaders, events, and learning experiences. This role entails a combination of administrative tasks, with external facing projects that involve meaningful engagement with hospitality professionals across multiple sectors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in hospitality, marketing, communication, or a related field
Demonstrated organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Reliable transportation throughout the Denver Metro area, including locations with limited transit service.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
Good understanding of basic software platforms such as Microsoft tools (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Calendars), and other tools to create and send newsletters

Responsibilities

Support the ongoing coordination and evaluation of DLA programs and services, such as the Restaurant Resilience Five Points Initiative and Restaurant Summit
Assist with the creation, coordination, and dissemination of office outreach and communication efforts
Collect, organize, enter, and maintain program data and assist with program evaluation and reporting
Coordinate event logistics for executive seminars, speaker series, conferences, and other DLA programs.
Track course/program timelines and ensure deadlines are met
Support marketing, outreach, recruitment, and enrollment efforts.
Manage invitations/newsletters and manage RSVP/registration list
Assist with event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support, and pre- and post-course/program evaluations
Assist with office duties, such as monitoring the DLA phone, managing the DLA calendar, and assisting the DLA faculty coordinator and DLA project leaders as needed.