Events & Operations Manager

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Executes comprehensive event plans, including itineraries, resources, and other logistics
• Ensures adherence to event timelines, schedules, and action plans
• Collaborates with event hosts and stakeholders to ensure event appearance and functionality aligns with goals and objectives
• Establishes and maintains relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure high-quality event support
• Prepares, sets up, and arranges event venues, supplies, and equipment
• Manages event supplies and equipment to ensure availability and functionality
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of event planning and project management principles, requirements, and resources
• Knowledge of event facility operations, maintenance, and security protocols and best practices
• Customer service and hospitality management skills
• Multi-tasking and logistics coordination in the management of multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Ability to coordinate tasks, manage deadlines, and allocate resources efficiently
• Negotiation and coordination with agencies, partners, and other constituents

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 3 years of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Job Level Overview

A fully functional role requiring established knowledge of the profession or field of work. Responsible for completing substantive assignments and projects. Problems are varied and non-routine, and resolution requires exercising judgment, analysis, advisement, creativity, and understanding broader sets of issues. May provide assistance to entry level staff.

Events & Operations Manager

Supports the planning and execution of a wide range of events across three premier University Arenas venues: the Lobozzo Alumni House, the University Gallery, and the CIMS Conference Center. This role is responsible for coordinating all aspects of event logistics from initial planning through execution, including venue conversions, event set-ups, and the procurement and management of third-party vendors. Working collaboratively with campus partners and external clients, the Manager helps ensure each event meets our high operational and customer service standards while maintaining a seamless guest experience. As part of a team, the Manager assists with hiring, training, and supervising student staff, while also supporting day-to-day venue operations and equipment readiness.

Technical Proficiency

• Experience with audio-visual systems
• Ability to troubleshoot in a dynamic, fast-paced event environment

Additional Information

• Commitment to professionalism, attention to detail, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with campus departments, clients, and vendors
• On Campus Work Location
• Compensation Range: $49,500 - $67,500
• Application Materials: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Equal Opportunity Employer