Logistics Coordinator
Description
About the Job
The Logistics Coordinator position is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Director of Special Events. The Logistics Coordinator oversees campus event setups, manages work-study student staff, and coordinates the upkeep and distribution of event resources.
We believe teamwork is necessary for organizational success and so our team promotes innovation, creativity and problem solving. As such, candidates must understand, believe and actively contribute to accomplishing the mission and vision of the Event Services department.
The Logistics Coordinator builds strong relationships with campus event planners, coordinates event setup details, and ensures event spaces and resources are prepared with excellence. The role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and consistent stewardship of campus facilities and event assets throughout the academic year.
Job Location
Fully on-site - must reside and work legally in the U.S. Regular work location: Lakewood, Colorado
About CCU
Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.
Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914. CCU’s motto is--grace and truth. This motto comes from John 1.14: “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” (ESV)
CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.
Colorado Christian University cultivates knowledge and love of God in a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars, with an enduring commitment to the integration of exemplary academics, spiritual formation, and engagement with the world. We envision graduates who think critically and creatively, lead with high ethical and professional standards, embody the character and compassion of Jesus Christ, treasure the gospel, and who thereby are prepared to impact the world in their callings.
CCU embraces an educational model that was present at the foundation of many of the great western and American universities. It is made up of three pillars—competence, character and Christ-centered faith. Secular universities have abandoned two of those pillars. We think this is a major oversight that eventually undermines education. Furthermore, we believe this classical educational model is both life-giving and greatly needed in our time.
A leader in higher education, CCU has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had ten consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master’s granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its two colleges--the College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.
What is most appealing about working at CCU?
- Faith-friendly: CCU’s culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?
- Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God’s Word.
- Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.
We’re looking for candidates who have:
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude to learn new strategies for process improvement.
- Adaptability to work in a high pressure, fast paced, and changing environment.
- Working knowledge of event floorplan design software (preferred).
- Ability to respond in a timely manner to questions and inquiries via email, telephone or the work order system.
- A collaborative spirit and commitment to the mission and values of CCU.
- Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as events require.
Key Job Duties
Mission Contribution
CCU’s mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Logistics Coordinator contributes to the mission of Christ-centered education transforming the world with grace and truth. The Logistics Coordinator plays a vital role in this mission by creating event environments that support worship, learning, community-building, and spiritual formation across the University.
Event Staff Supervision
- Hire student employees for the Event Assistant (EA) team; lead team trainings to educate and to build rapport among team members.
- Manage EA Work-Study student employees, ensuring efficient event turnovers and smooth equipment setup across campus. Coordinate with EA Student Captains to facilitate daily event setups.
- Manage event setup details in 25Live, providing timelines and logistical direction for EA student managers.
- Track requests and set-up needs for future events via 25Live and a service ticket system.
- Approve timecards and maintain consistent communication with student managers and team members.
- Exemplify and maintain the culture and structure of the EA team while seeking new ways to improve communication and work rhythms.
- Implement proactive and responsive problem-solving skills within the EA team.
- Create service desk tickets and communicate with clients about further information regarding resources, best practices, and CCU policies through Service Desk tickets.
- Coordinate with AV and catering teams to ensure timely setup of all event equipment.
- Design and create floor plan models for event spaces. Work with multiple departments and external clients to create diagrams and meet their event needs.
Campus Set-Up Equipment Management
- Manage event resources in major event spaces (repair equipment, contact third-party professionals, update resources as necessary, etc.)
- Upkeep and maintain the University's event equipment.
- Learn and implement new strategies for events as requested using industry standards.
- Catalog and maintain EA inventory in 25Live in coordination with the Event Service Specialist.
- Conduct safety & basic training for EA equipment for student leaders and staff.
Event Services Team
- Participate in and actively contribute towards Event Services major campus events, professional development and training opportunities throughout the year including staff meetings, one-on-ones.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. You may be required to work occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends. Colorado Christian University expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends.
What we offer our employees:
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to all employees. Our benefit package for part-time employees includes a matching 403(b) retirement plan. Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process.
What we offer our employees:
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to all employees. Our benefit package for part-time employees includes a matching 403(b) retirement plan. Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process.
The pay range for this job is $19.00 - $20.00 per hour. Pay is assigned by reviewing a combination of job-related factors that may include: internal/external pay equity, the salary structure/pay grade, or a candidate’s qualifications/experience for the job. A wage range posted is not a guarantee of a specific wage and CCU reserves the right to make pay decisions based on economic and equity considerations. CCU does not determine pay based on sex or any other protected status.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Spiritual Requirements
- Committed follower of Jesus Christ, who believes there is no salvation apart from faith in his atonement on the cross, by grace alone becoming "born again" thus beginning a personal relationship with Christ, the Son of God.
- Able to effectively communicate personal faith and apply biblical principles and convictions in the workplace. Must have a strong sense of calling to the ministry of Colorado Christian University.
- Regularly attend and be engaged in meaningful involvement in a Bible-believing evangelical local church. Knowledgeable about the Word of God and passionate about Christian education.
- Must be a traditional evangelical Christian whose lifestyle is in consonance with sound Christian principles, is compatible with CCU’s Statement of Faith, and is in agreement with the Strategic Priorities promulgated by the University.