College of Business & Economics
Work Schedule: This is a part-time position; Monday - Friday (hours to be determined); non-exempt position. This position is not eligible for benefits. This is a temporary appointment expiring on or before June 30, 2024, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon the availability of funds.
Position Overview:
The Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center (CEI) Coordinator position, under the supervision of the Associate Dean, will provide event coordination, clerical and administrative support functions for the CEI Center for the College of Business & Economics. The focus of the essential functions to be performed are around developing opportunities for student training, development, and collaboration in identifying, developing, and presenting business and start-up ideas. Day-to-day work is performed independently under general supervision. Events and activities include but are not limited to CEI Speaker Series, Global Entrepreneurship Week, and Business Pitch Competition.
Essential Functions:
Identifying, developing, and coordinating workshops, training, and events that support student collaboration and the development of start-up and other business ideas.
Developing relationships and outreach to the local entrepreneurial community, investor groups, incubators, and entrepreneurs.
Organize and coordinate events, workshops, and training toward the development of entrepreneurial skills and ideas.
Pre-event coordination:
Work with on- and off-campus vendors, donor organizations, and sponsors of events to identify best service prices, complying with all campus requirements for using vendors related to photography, event set up and materials, and staging props. Meet and communicate with vendors regarding event setup and presentation.
Prep + Day of event coordination:
Post Event:
Requirements:
The incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability to work in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the UAS. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current UAS employees who apply for the position.
Review of applications/resumes will begin on February 26, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications/resumes are received. A cover letter and extended resume are required.
UAS hires only those individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Americans with Disabilities (ADA) requested accommodations should be made in advance to the UAS Human Resources Department.
Cal State LA University Auxiliary Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.