Role OverviewThe Event Manager provides oversight, planning, and execution for events within Advancement and across the University. The Event Manager plans, implements, and leads sophisticated one-time and ongoing events and provides strategy and direction for events, audiences, venues, and vendor selection across Advancement and the university.
What You Will Do
The Event Manager will have strong verbal, written, analytical, and organizational skills, extreme attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously. They must operate in a fast-paced environment with a demonstrated ability to be flexible and creatively problem-solve when confronted with challenging circumstances.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The Event Manager will have the opportunity to work with high-level stakeholders across the university, including Ohio State Boards, and will have the ability to make a significant impact on the university's events and operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Four (4) years of relevant experience in program planning and administration, and experience in planning and implementing small to large-scale events
- Ability to be stationary for hours, be mobile, and lift 25-50 lbs
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling
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