Event Manager

About the Role

Purdue Conferences and Event Design (PCED) is seeking an Event Manager to join the team within the Purdue Memorial Union. PCED coordinates the scheduling and management of more than 200 spaces across the Purdue Memorial Union, Stewart Center, and outdoor campus venues. In this role, you will serve as a primary contact for Purdue Memorial Union's entertainment and programming events and departmental event inquiries while partnering with campus and external stakeholders to plan and execute successful events.

The ideal candidate is organized, customer-focused, and skilled at managing multiple priorities while building strong relationships with a diverse group of partners. This position leads the planning of some exciting traditional programming that includes but is not limited to PMU’s Birthday, Purdue Farmers Market, PMU’s Holiday Tree Arrival, and Summer Concert Series.

Responsibilities

• Oversee event logistics
• Support event planning efforts within PMU and Stewart Center
• Ensure a seamless experience for clients and guests
• Serve as a primary contact for entertainment, programming events, and departmental event inquiries
• Partner with campus and external stakeholders to plan and execute successful events

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with college coursework in Hospitality Management or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience within hospitality in events, entertainment programming, or event sales
• Consideration will be given to a candidate with relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• Preferred experience in contracting, budgeting, marketing, audio visual equipment, Social Tables software, and EMS Scheduling Software

Skills

• Work standards and productivity
• Communication
• Interpersonal and intercultural relations
• Decision-making
• Dependability
• Sales, contracting, and marketing (additional competencies)
• Attention to detail in planning
• Time management
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds, utilizing teamwork in daily work activity

About Us

Be a part of Administrative Operations—the organization that powers Purdue University by providing safe, reliable, and transformative services. We support the university’s day-to-day operations, as well as the strategic vision for the future. Administrative Operations delivers a wide range of essential services through various positions, including custodians, construction project managers, electricians, firefighters, groundskeepers, plumbers, and more.

Team members work in collaborative environments where their contributions directly impact the success and daily experience of students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth
• Stability of year-round work
• Competitive pay

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. A background check will be required for employment. FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime). Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period.