Event Manager (6292U), Lawrence Hall of Science - #81734

Concord, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $55,100.00 - $91,800.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job Description

The University of California, Berkeley is a prestigious world-leading institution renowned for its academic excellence, pioneering research, public mission, and dedication to equity and social justice. Since its establishment in 1868, Berkeley has consistently driven innovation, contributing to global intellectual, economic, and social progress. The university fosters an inclusive community characterized by openness, freedom, and a sense of belonging, making it a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. With a commitment to supporting a diverse student body, Berkeley emphasizes education as a critical element of social justice and strives to maintain a campus culture that reflects... Show More

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Thorough knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and public relations, including event design, organization and production
Skill in effectively meeting budget and time constraints
Demonstrated organizational and project management skills
Highly developed interpersonal communication skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of crowd management, crowd safety protocols, security and emergency procedures
Ability to give clear directives and use independent, rational judgment
Proven ability to work on several tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively work with invited guests, donors, government officials and university VIPs
Ability to respond effectively to priorities and set deadlines

Job Qualifications

Thorough knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and public relations, including event design, organization and production
Thorough knowledge of and/or can quickly learn the campus, its vision, mission, programs, policies, achievements and infrastructure
Knowledge of and/or can quickly learn University policies and procedures relating to the use of University facilities, event management and presentation
Demonstrates good judgment in making decisions and managing events
Skill in effectively meeting budget and time constraints
Demonstrated organizational and project management skills to work successfully with clients to produce high quality events that meet client needs and appropriately represent the campus for fundraising events
Skills to provide excellent donor stewardship
Highly developed interpersonal communication skills including political acumen and social perceptiveness
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with a variety of populations with competing priorities
Highly developed judgment, decision-making and problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills, including skill in determining those issues/problems that need to be brought to management's attention
Proven ability to work on several tasks simultaneously
Skill at responding effectively to priorities and setting deadlines
Ability to effectively work with invited guests, donors, government officials and university VIPs
Knowledge of crowd management, crowd safety protocols, security and emergency procedures related to small, medium and large-scale gatherings
Ability to give clear directives and use independent, rational judgment to make optimal decisions
Knowledge and skill to set and monitor work standards and protocols
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training

Job Duties

Consults with clients on all details regarding rental events and event planning
Manage telephone, internet, and rental prospect drop-in inquiries regarding facility rentals, responding accurately, knowledgeably, and courteously to all inquiries
Personally show and effectively sell facility rental options to prospective renters
Provide timely, professional communication updates with clients through the rental process as needed
Plans and manages medium to moderately complex events, and acts as a liaison with campus to help coordinate proper approvals, permits and permissions
Manage events budgets
Ensures smooth-running, effective events, including successfully recognizing and resolving potential and real problems in a timely manner using tact, sensitivity, discretion and political acumen
Assists in coordinating the Lawrence staff and museum events
Determines and coordinates staffing needs
Supervises BMW Lead
Contributes to and participates in long-range unit event planning
Professional development and other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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