Event Manager

Madison, WI, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $65,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Flexible

Benefits

generous vacation

Holidays

sick leave

Competitive insurances

Savings accounts

Retirement benefits

Professional Development

Job Description

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a renowned public research university dedicated to fostering inclusive excellence and innovative education. As a flagship institution within the University of Wisconsin system, it offers comprehensive academic and research opportunities to students from diverse backgrounds. The School of Medicine and Public Health at UW-Madison embodies this commitment by advancing health through education, research, and community engagement. The Dean's Office Signature Events team plays a pivotal role in bringing the school's mission to life via carefully curated events that celebrate achievements, foster community, and promote collaboration across learners, faculty, and staff.

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Job Requirements

2 years of experience providing event support
must provide a valid driver's license
employment is conditional pending pre-hire driver authorization check
availability to work some in-person on campus
ability to supervise at least 2.0 FTE student employees
commitment to inclusive event design
effective problem-solving skills
excellent organizational skills
willingness to work flexible hours including during peak event times

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred
2 years of experience providing event support
demonstrated success supervising student employees or mentoring students
demonstrated success running hybrid events
strong interpersonal and communication skills
proficiency with A/V and hybrid event technology
ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure

Job Duties

Establishes and sustains relationships with internal and external stakeholders
establishes and executes day-to-day operational functions and goals of events to align with existing strategy
exercises supervisory authority including hiring, managing, and mentoring student employees
identifies, proposes, and implements new or revised unit operational policies and procedures
monitors the budget and approves expenditures
coordinates logistics for event execution including catering, AV services, décor, and livestreaming
manages hybrid and webinar event technology

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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