Conference Coordinator
- Burlington, VT
- $61,000-65,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Posting SummaryPlan, implement, and ensure compliance of continuing medical education (CME) activities in accordance with Joint Accreditation policies. Analyze accreditation standards, develop program documentation, educational objectives, and outcomes tools, and ensure programmatic compliance. Serve as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders, manage the full lifecycle of CME conferences-including budget development, site selection, marketing, oversee catering arrangement and on-site management, and post-event evaluation-and identify opportunities for educational growth and grant funding.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)Bachelor's degree and two years related administrative or conference management experience required. Strong judgment and organizational skills are essential for prioritizing multiple projects in various planning stages. Solid verbal and written communication skills.The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while identifying opportunities for educational growth and grant funding.
Desirable QualificationsKnowledge of medical specialties, negotiation skills, and experience in marketing and/or graphic design are highly desirable. Proficiency with project management tools such as Basecamp or similar applicationsAnticipated Pay Range $61,000- $65,000
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Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA Exempt
Union Position Yes, UVMSUPosting DetailsPosition will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Location Colchester, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date 08/26/2025
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled NoOur Common Ground StatementThe University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.Position InformationPosition Title Administrative Professional
Posting Number S5720PO
Department Cont Medical & Interprof Ed/55090
Position Number 00020951
Percent of Full-Time 1.00
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5
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