Scheduling and Event Manager
Scheduling and Event Manager
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Job Description
Department: Facilities & Campus Operations
Classification: Public Relations & Mktg Spec 2
Job Category:Classified Staff
Job Type:FullTime
Work Schedule:Fulltime (1.0 FTE 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Arlington VA
Workplace Type:Hybrid Eligible
Pay Band:03
Salary:Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check:Yes
About the Department:
George Mason University Facilities & Campus Operations is committed to providing a safe functional and clean community experience. We have a great opportunity for a Scheduling and Event Manager at Masons Arlington VA campus.
About the Position:
The Scheduling and Event Manager serves as the main scheduler for events and other activities held at the Mason Square campus in Arlington VA. Additionally this position is part of a team of skilled event managers dedicated to supporting Mason Square clients throughout the event lifecycle from event assignment to postevent wrap up offering logistical support recommendations and guidance for oncampus events.
Ready to be part ofGeorge Mason Universitys campus systemThen start a new job as a State employee of Virginia. Weve got the work. We have a great team. Now we need an additional team member to contribute to our busy environment.
Mason Square places the academic excellence of George Mason University in the heart of Arlingtons innovation district and just minutes from the nations capital. As the region continues to grow in technologydriven innovation this campus is a hub of education research and business development.
We want someone who is reliable takes pride in their work and will make a noticeable contribution to George Mason. Your manager can trust that you will get the job done.
So whats in it for you
Great benefits for you
- Lots of leave including paid annual leave paid holidays paid sick leave paid twoweek winter break (please note the break employees often receive during the holiday season is not regularly guaranteed and is subject to annual approval);
- Tuition exemption and professional development;
- Commuter Choice Transit Benefit which includes a van pool subsidy;
- Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan; and
- Patriot Perks discounts to restaurants events and more.
For you and your family
- Health/dental/vision benefits; and
- Tuition dependent benefit (restrictions apply).
Heres what the job looks like...
Responsibilities:
- Review and approve requests for space on the Mason Square campus to include all event requests for classrooms and event spaces ensuring compliance with scheduling policies and procedures;
- Identify and implement solutions for competing event requests to maximize space utilization and client satisfaction;
- Advise users on Mason Square scheduling distinctions and support 25Live training;
- Serve as the main administrator of the Mason Square Events email account and respond to event inquiries in a timely and professional manner;
- Compile information for weekly event reporting;
- Serve as primary point of contact for clients throughout the event lifecycle from reservation through execution;
- Conduct site visits with potential clients offering recommendations on venue suitability and available services;
- Work with internal and external clients to provide logistical guidance in support of the delivery wellexecuted events at Mason Square assisting with logistical arrangements cost estimates and information on support services and policies;
- Work closely with security parking catering and other support services to ensure scheduled events are supported;
- Work with an incredible team including the Senior Event Manager and AudioVisual Manager to ensure event audiovisual needs are understood and communicated to support staff;
- Assist in developing and improving event planning processes to enhance efficiency and client experience;
- Respond with appropriate urgency flexibility courtesy and good judgment to meet customer needs and resolves issues; and
- Administrative duties as assigned and directed.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Previous experience in event management venue coordination or related roles (generally two or more years);
- Possess outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently with a diverse audience including current university faculty and staff alumni donors students and the community;
- Must possess strong customer service time management and organizational skills with high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple events simultaneously;
- Must have excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
- Must be able to work in a fastpaced environment requiring adaptability and ability to problemsolve;
- Must be able to safely and independently move items up to 50 pounds; and
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in related field;
- Prior working knowledge of 25Live (Resource25) or other event management scheduling programs; and
- Experience working in higher education.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration applicants must apply for theScheduling and Event Manager at and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information and provide a resume for review.
Posting Open Date: April 23 2025
For Full Consideration Apply by: May 7 2025
Open Until Filled:Yes
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
