Position: Events Manager
About: Columbia College Chicago is an acclaimed institution providing comprehensive education in arts, communications, and public relations. Located in the heart of Chicago, across from Grant Park, it is a private urban institution with over 6,000 students.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in event management, communications, or related field preferred; minimum five years of event planning or event marketing experience required; prior experience in higher education setting preferred; experience in fundraising and donor relations a plus; budget management and negotiation skills; strong project management skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; creative problem-solving abilities; ability to work independently and collaboratively; experience supervising/leading teams; occasional travel required; flexibility to work varied schedule including evenings and weekends; proficiency in event management software and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); passion for arts and education aligned with college’s mission and values
Benefits: Vision, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Retirement, Competitive benefits with affordable health, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; commuter benefit program; life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage; paid and unpaid leave options; work/life benefits; educational assistance programs; retirement and financial planning benefits
