Events Specialist (Event and Conference Planner II)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
generous time off
Retirement
health coverage
Education support
Optional offerings
Campus and community
Job Description
San Diego State University (SDSU) is a leading public research university located in San Diego, California. Renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, SDSU offers a dynamic educational environment that fosters growth and success for students, faculty, and staff. The university is dedicated to advancing transformative research, scholarship, and creative activities, making significant contributions to local, national, and global communities. The Division of Research and Innovation (DRI) at SDSU plays a pivotal role in amplifying and investing in multidisciplinary research endeavors, nurturing collaboration between university partners and the wider community in pursuit of innovative and equitable... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Two years of relevant experience
- Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis
- An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Job Qualifications
- Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and manage events and conferences from concept through execution
- Ability to work independently under general supervision applying sound judgment and discretion
- Proficiency in using event planning, project management, registration, communication, and financial systems such as Asana, Salesforce, Canva, or Cvent
- Ability to provide lead work direction, guidance, and training to student assistants, volunteers, and support staff
- Familiarity with planning and executing large-scale events is preferred
Job Duties
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee RSCA-focused events from concept through execution including signature programs
- Collaborate with campus leadership, faculty, staff, vendors, sponsors, and community partners to deliver high-quality, impactful events
- Manage event logistics, timelines, budgets, contracts, and procurement to ensure successful, on-time, and cost-effective delivery
- Develop and coordinate event communications, registration processes, and promotional materials using event and project management platforms
- Provide lead work direction, guidance, and training to staff, students, and volunteers supporting event activities
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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