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Cornell University Program Coordinator Institute for Compensation Studies in ITHACA, New York
The DepartmentThe Institute for Compensation Studies (ICS) aims to be the center of dialogue, research and applied innovation in the field of compensation by producing workplace-focused research, generating novel insights about compensation trends and patterns, stimulating thought-provoking discussion of employer reward practices, and informing public discourse around wages and compensation. The OpportunityThe School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University has an immediate opening for a Program Coordinator - Coord Program I in the Institute for Compensation Studies (ICS) in the Extension/Outreach Division. The Program Coordinator supports the Academic Director and Executive Director of the Institute for Compensation Studies (ICS) in all operations of the unit. Candidate ProfileWe are seeking people who appreciate and will take ownership in the following, and not limited to: * Planning and coordination of the ICS Executive Forum's biannual meetings * Facilitating public workshops and symposia, administering the ICS Scholar program, and interfacing with external advisors and stakeholders * Acting as liaison to and providing ongoing communication with internal and external program stakeholders * Developing and managing the department budget and financial reporting * Organizing and managing research and educational programs, technical assistance, meetings, and outreach activities * Working with team, partners, and stakeholders to assess (i.e., via surveys, interviews, etc.) * Managing project timelines and tracking deliverables * Assist with preparing and submitting reports to funding sources and stakeholders * Contributing to the development and implementation of marketing efforts, including social and traditional media strategies, project website, etc. Success FactorsYou're considered a top candidate if you have experience: * Working successfully as part of a team * Communicating professionally across internal and external stakeholders and colleagues * Have a detail-oriented mind-set * Working successfully under pressure with minimal guidance at a variety of tasks We require these qualifications * Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. * Minimum two years of relevant professional experience in program, project or event management, in an academic or professional setting. * Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, manage, implement and monitor projects and events from conception to completion. * Strong interpersonal skills to manage interactions and communication with faculty, business professionals, contractors, venue providers and senior level clients. * Proven ability to successfully manage and prioritize multiple tasks on simultaneous projects, while working within a fast-paced office environment. * Must possess the ability to work independently while supporting the efforts of an overall team. * Demonstrated history of providing outstanding customer service. * Excellent organizational, logistical and scheduling skills to address extended, complex projects timelines. * Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality and independent judgment. * Ability to take initiative and be a proactive team member by recognizing or anticipating needs and addressing them. * Experience in diplomatically dealing with, and maintaining effective working relationships with business professionals, faculty and internal departments. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a level of proficiency needed for publishable documents or executive client interface. * Experience with budgeting, monitoring and managing financial accounts. * Expertise in Microsoft products including MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Outlook (mastery level) skills. * Ability to create high quality graphic presentations using PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite software. * Prior experienc