Event Manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working in an event venue environment, event management/event planning or a related field plus supervisory/management experience.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, customer service and relationship building skills.

• General knowledge of best practices in conference and event coordination.

• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.

• This position requires the ability to work nights and weekends.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in event management, supervision, budget management, catering, and training.

• Experience working independently and as part of a team.

• Good troubleshooting and problem solving skills with a demonstrated ability to work in stressful situations requiring immediate attention.

• Demonstrated experience and ability to manage several issues at once.

• Ability to make sound decisions and have good judgement.

• Strong experience working with internal and external groups/clients.

All Qualifications

Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.

Position Details Position Purpose

The Event Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day conferences and events in the Oakland Center, in coordination with the Associate Director. This position meets with conference and event planners, arranges event details including logistical support and service coordination, and is able to plan an event from beginning to end.

Job Open Date 02/22/2024 Job Close Date