Events Operations Manager

Schreiner University, a private liberal arts institution located in Kerrville, Texas, offers a vibrant campus environment focused on providing quality education and exceptional service standards. With a commitment to delivering outstanding events and auxiliary services to its students, faculty, and community, the University is currently seeking a skilled Event Operations Manager to join their team. This position is pivotal in coordinating campus events, managing event spaces, collaborating with various departments and external vendors, and driving student engagement while ensuring the financial success of auxiliary service enterprises.

As an Event Operation Manager at Schreiner University, you will take a leadership role in the planning and execution of both internal and external events on campus. This includes fostering communications with a variety of university departments such as Student Success Center (SSC), Aramark food services, and other university auxiliary units, as well as collaborating with government entities in city and county offices. You will oversee the management of all campus rental spaces, including specialized venues like The Hill Property, The Weston House (Kerrville Hills Winery), Trailhead Beer Garden, and contracted facilities like Tivy Stadium and the Hill Country Youth Event Center. Your responsibility will extend to marketing these spaces to the campus community and external clients to increase revenue streams.

The role demands a professional with strong project management and organizational skills who can handle multiple priorities, attain quarterly revenue goals, and ensure all events meet the high Schreiner University Service Standards. You will work closely with the Director and Assistant Directors of Auxiliary Services, assisting with budget planning, monitoring, event marketing strategies, and supervision of student interns and workers. Fiscal stewardship over auxiliary enterprises including retail management of Schreiner Outfitters and mail center operations also fall under your purview.

This position is vital in maintaining operational excellence by ensuring proper inventory, maintenance, and refurbishment of event-related furnishings and equipment. You will be expected to maintain an active online presence through social media collaboration and keep financial records including contracts and invoicing up to date daily. Additionally, you will manage event schedule logistics using the campus scheduling system Astra, coordinate with Information Technology Systems on audio-visual requirements, and uphold safety and service standards during all events.

Working in a campus setting with a diverse community, the Event Operations Manager must demonstrate a professional demeanor, excellent communication skills (both oral and written), and an ability to efficiently solve problems and think critically. The role requires flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed, and the ability to represent the university in local, regional, and national events and committees, thereby fostering community engagement and expanding business relationships.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Business Administration or a related field, coupled with at least four years of progressive experience in event or auxiliary service management, including supervisory roles. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, strong organizational capabilities, and a valid Texas driver’s license with a safe driving record are also required.

Overall, this role offers a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment within Schreiner University's Auxiliary Services, dedicated to enhancing campus life and generating revenue through well-executed events and facility management.