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Event Manager

Madison, WI, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $60,000.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

generous vacation
Holidays
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement benefits
Competitive savings accounts

Job Description

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a prestigious public research university renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and community engagement. Among its distinguished programs, the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences hosts the Food Sciences Department, home to the iconic Babcock Dairy. Established in 1951, Babcock Dairy has become a celebrated producer of high-quality ice cream and cheese products, serving the local community while supporting the department’s mission of excellence in food science education and innovation. The university fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment that values diversity as a source of strength and creativity, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Standing for extended periods
  • Lifting up to 40 pounds
  • Pushing heavy carts approximately 200 pounds
  • Full-time onsite availability
  • Evening and weekend availability
  • Ability to travel for off-campus events
  • Criminal background check may be required
  • 12-month evaluation/probation period may be required
  • Eligibility to work in the United States
  • Obtain ServSafe Food Manager Certification within 6 months of hire
  • Maintain eligibility for UW-Madison Driver Authorization

Job Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience planning and executing events, including on-site coordination, logistics, and customer-facing operations
  • Applied knowledge of food safety regulations and experience ensuring compliance with local/state health codes, OSHA standards, and organizational policies
  • Proven supervisory experience, including training, scheduling, and overseeing employees in a fast-paced setting
  • Experience managing high volume or concurrent events such as athletic events, campus programs, or large public gatherings
  • Current ServSafe Food Manager Certification or prior experience maintaining food safety certifications in a regulated food service or event environment
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Food Service Management, or a related field or equivalent professional experience

Job Duties

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute events from concept through completion
  • Develop and manage event timelines, run-of-show documents, and logistics plans
  • Secure event spaces and manage vendor relationships
  • Negotiate contracts and manage event budgets
  • Manage inventory and order event supplies and products for resale
  • Provide excellent customer service at all events
  • Oversee on-site event setup, execution, and teardown
  • Supervise and coordinate event staffing, and student employees
  • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, OSHA standards, university policies, and personnel procedures
  • Troubleshoot issues in real time during events
  • Conduct post-event evaluations and reporting, including attendance tracking, budget reconciliation, and feedback analysis

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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