Unit Specialist II (KY-MEP Event & Administrative Support)

University of Louisville

82d • $47,048 - $70,623

About The Position

The Kentucky Manufacturing Extension Partnership (KY-MEP) is seeking a Unit Specialist II support professional to oversee KY-MEP public-facing events and perform administrative duties. Hybrid office hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday. The KY-MEP office is based at the JD Nichols Campus for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in downtown Louisville. This is a grant funded position with funding through 12/31/27. Continued employment is contingent upon funding.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in event management, hospitality or marketing.
• 5 years’ experience in event planning or management.
• Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, problem solving, or similar training.
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Suite or similar software programs.
• Team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Event Planning: Work with the KY-MEP team to conceptualize and plan public-facing events (conferences, expos, and public workshops) according to strategies and objectives.
• Vendor Management: Select and manage relationships with vendors, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with event specifications.
• Logistics Coordination: Oversee logistics such as venue selection, transportation (if applicable), accommodations, catering, and guest activities for public meetings and events.
• Client relations: Maintain continuous communication with clients to ensure requirements are communicated and met before, during and after events.
• Post-Event Evaluation: Conduct debriefing sessions and provide reports on the event’s success, including feedback from clients and team members.
• KY-MEP Admin: Maintain KY-MEP office at Atria.
• General Support: Provide support for proof-reading materials, assistance for workshops, and other duties aligned with administrative activities as determined by KY-MEP management team.
• Travel as appropriate to support activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees