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Conference Assistant at American Kennel Club

Conference Assistant

American Kennel Club · New York, New York, United States

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Conference Assistant

American Kennel Club · New York, New York, United States

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About the Role

Provides administrative, logistical, and on-site support for conferences and travel-related activities, ensuring timely coordination, accurate documentation, and a high level of service. Supports day-to-day operations of the Conference & Travel Planning department with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Provides phone and in-person coverage for the department, as needed.
  • Administers special projects as assigned.
  • Conducts research and travel plans, including contacting hotels for initial information and availability.
  • Reviews, reconciles, and codes invoices for approval and payment.
  • Creates event materials such as announcements, invitations, housing and registration forms, and meal tickets.
  • Prepares rooming and transportation lists, confirmations, supply lists, and related memos.
  • Prepares and completes mailings.
  • Prepares and packs materials for shipment to event sites.
  • Partners with the Senior Event Manager to create, review, and prepare conference materials, handouts, and signage.
  • Maintains event databases, spreadsheets, and files; produces reports to track timelines, progress, and expenses.
  • Interacts professionally with Board members, delegates, and other key stakeholders.
  • Provides occasional on-site support for events.

Requirements

  • Proficiency with email, internet, and word processing; ability to produce accurate documents.
  • Working knowledge of databases (e.g., Access) and intermediate spreadsheet skills (e.g., Excel).
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Detail-oriented and organizational skills required.

Skills

  • Email
  • Internet
  • Word processing
  • Databases
  • Spreadsheets
  • Excel
  • Access
  • Communication skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Organizational skills

Location

  • New York City

Work Type

  • Part-time
  • In-office
  • Variable hours

Experience Level

  • Minimal supervision

Salary/Compensations

  • $23 - $27/hour