Event Manager
Event Manager
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Job Description
Pepperdine Universitys College of Health Science (PCHS) is seeking a qualified and motivated Event Manager. The Event Manager will support the strategic planning production management and execution for PCHS events related to student recruitment and admission student ceremonies advisory board/council meetings orientation programs and a wide range of student and faculty events. The position will oversee all logistical aspects of event execution ensure consistent PCHS and Pepperdine University branding sound fiscal management adherence to stated timelines and high quality outcomes.
The manager will report to the Dean of the College of Health Science and be expected to work collaboratively with faculty and staff across the PCHS and University.
The event manager will need to be adaptable to work evening and weekend hours as required to oversee all PCHS events.
Duties
- Responsible for planning and overseeing all aspects of event management from inception through post-event assessment for the PCHS. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Organize and lead all event logistics including: planning venue selection; personnel; registrations; vendor management and contracts; catering; preparing event materials such as name tags place cards programs and gifts/swag; managing linens; AV needs handling event decor and design; set-up/tear down; and providing excellent customer service to event participants.
- Manage and execute event budgets to ensure high-quality and cost effective events.
- Collaborate with the University Integrated Marketing and Communications team to oversee event promotion branding and the development of event-related printed materials invitations programs etc.
- Develop and enforce procedures and practices to ensure quality and safety standards for events.
- Create and maintain an organized accessible electronic system of documentation.
- Ensure compliance with University policy and state federal regulations.
- Serve as the primary contact for event hosts speakers and VIP guests ensuring a seamless and professional experience.
- Assist PCHS leadership in developing managing and communicating with college and school boards advisory councils and related support and affinity groups.
- Work in partnership and support of the Pepperdine Advancement event team on large scale PCHS events that involve University stakeholders.
- Seek out innovative and creative ideas for events through research networking and continuing education classes.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Uphold University mission through work performed.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Skills and Qualifications
Required:
- A bachelors degree in a related field
- Exceptional organizational skill with a proven ability to multitask and manage several events simultaneously
- Outstanding oral written and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient computing skills include knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to include nights and weekends
Preferred:
- One or more years of event management experience
- Prior experience working in an educational or healthcare environment
- A record of outstanding professional performance.
Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal education and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students faculty staff and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people property information and the Universitys reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
This is a Regular Nonexempt 40 hour per week position.
Expected Pay Range: $26.82 - $29.80 per hour
The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience market conditions education/training and skill level. In addition to base pay Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitivebenefits package.
Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Temp
