Event Planning Manager

3 weeks ago

Oxford, United States University of Mississippi Full time
Job Summary

This position is responsible for planning and executing meetings, special events, or functions for a College, School, or Program within the University. The incumbent will manage the execution and implementation of assigned events and planning timelines, develop and implement policies and procedures related to event planning, manage and oversee departmental budget, and provide supervision, guidance, and direction for support staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Direct day-to-day operational functions of event planning.
  • Establish and manage event timelines.
  • Develop and recommend event operating procedures.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and clients.
  • Negotiate prices, menus, space, etc. with suppliers, vendors, and clients.
  • Develop, manage, and oversee assigned event budget.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures related to event planning.
  • Train, develop, and manage the performance of staff.
  • Establish and implement event goals and objectives.
  • Manage event logistics and determine strategies to accomplish event success.
  • Ensure best practices are maintained for event planning.
  • Prepare event analysis to assess opportunities and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Manage billing and arrange prompt payment for events once complete.
  • Ensure staff are compliant with policies and procedures and guidelines are met.
  • Perform similar or related duties as assigned or required.
Essential Functions
  1. Manage the execution and implementation of assigned events.
  2. Oversee assigned departmental budget.
  3. Develop policies and procedures related to event planning.
  4. Provide supervision and guidance for support staff.
Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience related to the above described duties.

Substitution Statement: Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Salary/Wage Information

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers, and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

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