JOB TITLE: Coordinator, Meetings and Events

DEPARTMENT: Communications

REPORTS TO: Director, Meetings and Events

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

PREPARED DATE: 2/26/2024

Summary: CTIA represents the U.S. wireless communications industry. From carriers and equipment manufacturers to mobile app developers and content creators, we bring together a dynamic group of companies that enable consumers to lead a 21st Century connected life. As the voice of America’s wireless industry, CTIA promotes our members through numerous campaigns aimed at building awareness among policymakers and the general public, as well as through industry-leading events on topics ranging from cybersecurity to 5G.

The Coordinator, Meetings & Events will play a key role on CTIA’s Communications team working closely with the Director, Meetings & Events to create, develop and implement a wide variety of local and nationwide events. The ideal candidate is energetic, forward-thinking, creative and detailed oriented. This position is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with 1-2 years of experience and a desire to further develop a career in event management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following:

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, you should demonstrate the following competencies:

Project Management - Coordinates projects and meets deadlines to ensure successful project completion.

Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance in a timely and professional manner. Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills – Exhibits strong discretion with confidential information. Works well individually and as part of a team.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively. Proofreads work for spelling and grammar. Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Enjoys working collaboratively.

Judgment - Exercises sound and accurate judgment. Maintains confidentiality.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes short and long-term work activities. Uses time efficiently. Organized.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently arrives to work and meetings on time and prepared.

Dependability - Follows instructions and responds to management direction.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Computer Skills: Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint) required.

Education: 1-2 years of relevant experience in event planning or project management; Bachelor’s Degree required.

Language Skills: Candidates should be detail oriented with proficient knowledge of grammar and punctuation. Excellent proofreading and strong communications skills are required.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. This position may require overtime. Candidate must be flexible to work overtime if needed.


Location: CTIA is currently operating on a hybrid work schedule with in-person requirements on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in its Washington, DC office.

This list describes general duties and responsibilities. It is not a complete list of duties. Incumbents may be required to perform additional tasks related to these duties.

CTIA does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, color, race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, marital status, personal appearance, veteran status, political affiliation, matriculation, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.