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This position will provide strategic planning, management, and execution of events for visitors, external organizations, faculty, staff, and students who wish to plan a summer conference. Event Managers report to the CES Assistant Director, Event Operations and work closely with other professionals at the unit and campus levels.
Job Responsibility:
Manage Summer Conferences by conducting site tours for prospective clients
Consulting with clients to determine objectives and requirements
Guiding clients through the full event lifecycle
Booking events in Momentus (EBMS)
Scheduling spaces in 25Live
Collecting payments
Coordinating all planning elements
Oversee execution of event details such as meeting room assignments, room setups, audiovisual/media needs, dining and catering, signage, security, HVAC, grounds, and custodial services
Assign and manage event spaces strategically
Work closely with university departments, campus service providers, and external vendors
Assist the Assistant Director, Event Operations by coordinating conference logistics
Provide administrative support to CES
Provide on-site event oversight
Fulfill additional duties as needed outside normal responsibilities
Requirements:
Undergraduate Degree or Equivalent Experience
Two to four years of related experience in event management
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Sales mindset and technical aptitude
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Demonstrated dependability and professionalism
Leadership and independent decision-making skills
Strong attention to detail
Adaptability and flexibility
Self-motivated with initiative and creative problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Nice to have:
Master’s Degree or Equivalent Experience
Five plus years of experience managing events in an academic setting
Certified Event Planner
Momentus (EBMS) software
25Live scheduling software
Experience in Higher Education
Experience with VIP clients and high-profile guests and/or donors
What we offer:
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees