Event Coordinator

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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work DSDHH is hiring! We are seeking an event planner with strong knowledge of accessibility logistics to join our team as an Event Coordinator! As Event Coordinator, you will plan, implement, oversee, and execute internal and external conferences, large meetings, and special events. From selecting venues to day-of set up and breakdown, you will that every DSDHH event is welcoming and accessible for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and Hearing attendees. Attendants, participants, guests, and presenters will look to you for guidance and collaboration throughout the entire event lifecycle. Key responsibilities include: - Coordinate all accessibility logistics, including CART captioning, ASL interpreters, tactile interpreters, and assistive listening devices - Arrange attendant transportation when needed - Select and reserve accessible office spaces, and venues - Work with speakers and presenters to ensure that presentation materials are accessible - Design event floor plans, including stages, seating, booths, décor, signage, and material placement - Prepare and distribute event materials such as flyers, brochures, placards, and printouts - Collect and manage food and beverage orders - Proactively identify, prevent, and resolve event issues, including A/V challenges - Recruit, organize, and delegate responsibilities to event volunteers The Event Coordinator will also coordinate, manage logistics, and perform administrative work for the NC Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $41,206.00 - $72,113.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred. Conversational proficiency in American Sign Language preferred. Foundational knowledge of accessibility logistics / communication access for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind preferred. This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date. This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid The Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing works to ensure that all Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind North Carolinians have the ability to communicate their needs and to receive information easily and effectively in all aspects of their lives, especially their health and well-being. Compensation & Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ . DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination pro

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Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Deaf and Hard of Hearing Job Classification Title Administrative Specialist II (S) Position Number 65043228 Grade NC09

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