Events Specialist (Event and Conference Planner II)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,404.00 - $80,724.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
generous time off
Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Education support
Optional benefits
Job Description
San Diego State University (SDSU) is a prestigious public research university located in San Diego, California. It is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and community engagement. SDSU is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where students, faculty, and staff collaborate to advance knowledge, drive creative activities, and address societal challenges. The institution's Division of Research and Innovation (DRI) plays a critical role in amplifying transformative multidisciplinary research, scholarship, and creative activities while fortifying the university’s position as a premier community-engaged and border-connected public research university. The DRI’s mission is focused on pushing the limits... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Two years of relevant experience
- Additional experience can substitute for education on a year-for-year basis
- Advanced degree can substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Eligibility to work full-time in the United States
- Successful completion of a background check
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- 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 applying sound judgment and discretion
- Proficiency in event planning, project management, registration, communication, and financial systems such as Asana, Salesforce, Canva, and Cvent
- Ability to provide lead work direction and training
- 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 events
- Manage event logistics, timelines, budgets, contracts, and procurement to ensure successful delivery
- Develop and coordinate event communications, registration processes, and promotional materials
- 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)
Job Location
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