Manager, Presidential Events
- Employer
- University of Akron
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Salary
- Salary Commensurate with experience
- Date posted
- Oct 15, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Development & Advancement
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The University of Akron, Office of the President, is seeking to
fill the position of Manager of Presidential Events.
Primary responsibilities include: reporting to the
director of executive engagement; assisting in the managing of all
presidential-level events for the Office of the President that will
take place on campus, at the presidential residence and in the
community; helping to develop and execute many high-level events
simultaneously for the president, including dinners, receptions,
community gatherings and events with other members of the senior
leadership team; assisting in scheduling and managing various
events for the University's Colleges and Departments; coordinating,
implementing and managing numerous presidential events and programs
- from invite creation and mailing to event completion; maintaining
strong working relationships with the president's office, college
deans, administrative faculty, and other campus personnel; working
closely with on-campus catering, managing off-campus catering, and
managing orders, quality control and budgeting payment for rentals
with vendors; working with campus constituents on upcoming events
where the president will be attending or will have a speaking role;
supporting the president's executive administrative coordinator on
daily scheduling, office functions, event invites, presidential
meetings and office management; performing other duties as assigned
by president's office staff and director of executive events; and
providing functional guidance over nonexempt staff including
general scheduling, assigning tasks and monitoring work
activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Relevant Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in event planning, hospitality, catering, or related positions
- Ability to multitask and excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work nights and weekends and occasionally travel
- Basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet
and internet capabilities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in an executive office or university
setting
About University of Akron:
As one of the largest employers in the region, The University of
Akron is creating a community and workforce committed to making a
difference in the lives of our students and in the region. We offer
a competitive salary and benefits package to qualified candidates
who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation
of thinkers, experts, artists, and leaders.
Salary: The salary range for this position is commensurate
with experience and qualifications. We offer a competitive
compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
Application Deadline:
Open until filled, however,
review of applicants will begin November 10, 2021.
For complete position details, visit
https://www.uakron.edu/hr/job-openings/openings.dot
Job ID #
13178
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Akron, as an equal education and
employment institution, is committed to achieving a diverse and
inclusive workforce. All qualified individuals in its education
programs or activities, including applicants for admissions or
employment, will receive consideration without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual
orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information,
military status or status as a veteran. To further this commitment,
the University complies with state and federal laws which prohibit
discrimination. Questions or concerns about the administration of
this commitment can be directed to the University’s Equal
Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Office
(uakron.edu/hr/eeoaa).
The University also strives to provide an environment free from the
negative impacts of gender-based discrimination and harassment as
prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972.
Questions about Title IX can be referred to the University’s Title
IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of
Education or both. For more information on Title IX at the
University of Akron, including how to contact the Title IX
Coordinator, how to file a complaint under Title IX with the
University or the Title IX process at the University of Akron,
please visit the University’s Title IX page at
uakron.edu/title-ix/at-uakron.
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