Events & Conference Administrator

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

About The Position

Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking applicants for a Conference & Event Administrator to assist in planning and executing conferences, corporate events, and special events for SDL employees and families. SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

Requirements

Previous event and/or conference planning experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of related experience (5 years)
Bachelor’s degree with 0–5 years of applicable experience, or associate’s degree with 3–8 years of applicable experience, or relevant certification with 4–9 years of applicable experience, or high school diploma with 5–10 years of applicable experience
Professional written and verbal communication skills, including advanced skills with Microsoft Office
Ability to work with a high level of initiative, self-motivation, and a positive demeanor
Project management skills, detail-oriented, and ability to manage multiple projects and timelines
Effective interpersonal skills for working with stakeholders (internal and external), including planning committees, event attendees, customers, and other key partners
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Flexibility to travel and work outside standard business hours including evenings or weekends when necessary
Must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident of the US, or other US person
Must be able to complete the following on a regular basis, with or without reasonable accommodation: Ability to safely push, pull, or lift 30 pounds occasionally Ability to spend substantial time walking or standing

Nice To Haves

Proven experience leading all phases of major events, including planning, coordination, and execution
Bachelor’s degree in communications, business, public relations, or related field
Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Experience with software application setup and/or integration

Responsibilities

Supporting the corporate events/conference manager in the design, development, coordination, and execution of local and offsite events
Leading the end-to-end management of assigned events and conferences, ensuring seamless coordination of budgets, marketing efforts, catering, audiovisual services, and logistical operations
Executing aspects of event planning from inception to completion, including setup and tear down onsite
Collaborating with stakeholders to create events that foster company culture
Accomplishing program goals and objectives
Maintaining budgets and expenditures
Creating detailed event timelines, documentation, and reports
Writing copy for event publication drafts