Event Planner, Mall

The University of Arizona is a prestigious public research university located in Tucson, Arizona, known for its vibrant campus life and commitment to academic excellence. Within its Arizona Student Unions department, the university offers diverse opportunities for engagement, learning, and community involvement. The Student Unions play a pivotal role in fostering an inclusive and dynamic environment by managing spaces and activities that enrich the university experience for students, faculty, staff, and community members. The Tucson campus serves as a hub for educational and cultural activities, providing state-of-the-art facilities for various events and programs. The Arizona Student Unions department is dedicated to supporting the university's mission by coordinating events and managing campus resources effectively and efficiently.

The role of Event Planner, Mall at the University of Arizona, Tucson campus, is a full-time, exempt position with a salary ranging from $59,404 to $74,254 annually. This role is essential in managing and coordinating activities within campus outdoor areas, acting as a primary liaison for mall scheduling and event logistics. The Event Planner is responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures that govern the use of campus spaces, ensuring seamless operation of events and activities in collaboration with various campus stakeholders. The position demands a high degree of initiative, excellent organizational skills, and strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex situations and make sound judgments. The Event Planner works closely with the Dean of Students and participates in key committees such as the Campus Use Mall Committee and the Campus Use Policy and Procedures Committee, fostering strong relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the community.

This position requires overseeing the scheduling system for all events held on campus grounds, processing web requests for space usage, and assisting clients with all aspects of event planning including logistics and additional service arrangements. In addition, the Event Planner is tasked with training student staff on procedural requirements, directing routine paperwork processing, and compiling statistical data on the usage of outdoor areas to inform future planning and improvements. This role not only emphasizes operational efficiency but also prioritizes customer service by implementing feedback mechanisms to enhance the user experience. The University of Arizona offers outstanding benefits to full-time employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance and disability programs, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, tuition reduction for eligible employees and family members, retirement plans, as well as access to recreational and cultural activities. The university is recognized for its innovative work-life programs and provides resources to support employee well-being and career development. The Event Planner position at the University of Arizona is ideal for professionals seeking to contribute to a dynamic academic community while advancing their careers in event and facilities management within a supportive and collaborative environment.