Event Supervisor

The SJ Quinney College of Law Conference & Events department's mission is to ensure our in-person, hybrid, and virtual meetings and events run smoothly, look amazing, and exceed the goals that are set for each event. Assists with planning, implementation, and overseeing all needed arrangements, including supervision of staff, for special events in assigned departments and venues. Interface with all necessary departments, supervise and facilitate events, resolve conflicts, assign needed space, builds community and fosters good relationships.

The right candidate needs to be able to work quickly and accurately, have fun, and at the same time know when it is time to get down to "business". Be professional, tech-savvy (or willing to learn), adaptable, very self-motivated, and comfortable collaborating with a team.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Supervisor, Event Planning Management

Will regularly work a varied schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends – schedule is dependent on when our meetings and events are calendared.

• Direct/Manage/Supervise on-site and/or virtual marketing events such as customer seminars, full-scale conferences, virtual conferences, trade shows, webinars/webcasts, and other events.
• Oversee event planning and logistics, ensuring the successful execution of event programs.
• Determine event budgets and conduct research to identify new event opportunities for the organization based on potential attendees, speaking opportunities, and other factors.
• Assess current software and tools and provide recommendations for features/enhancements for future consideration and implementation to achieve goals related to virtual events.
• Develop event marketing strategies and communication plans to ensure positive results and ensure strategy is consistent.
• Oversee the development of processes for repeatability and scalability of events.
• Oversee the negotiation of contracts with conference sites, hotels, and outside vendors.
• Review post event analysis, budget recaps, and feedback, and incorporate into future event plans.
• Coordinates and leads daily team activities. May spend a portion of time performing the work of those they supervise.
• Assists with management decisions and activities.
• Working knowledge of team function within the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCYSTATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Supervisor, Event Planning Management: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

Preferences

Demonstrated leadership skills, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills are essential to the position. Ability to oversee multiple projects/events and work assignments for a variety of staff, volunteers, and subcontractors.

A lifelong learner with a highly positive attitude who collaborates well with others. Has a teamwork approach to accomplishing work responsibilities and goals. Embraces a spirit of continuous improvement. Familiarity with event technology – webinars, virtual meetings, webinar platforms, and audio-visual equipment. The candidate must be available to work varying days of the week and shifts, which includes night and weekend shifts.

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Leadership skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making are essential to the position. Ability to oversee multiple projects/events and work assignments for a variety of staff, volunteers, and subcontractors.

Additional Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

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Salt Lake City, UT 84112

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of completed education?
• None
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• * How many years of related work experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
• 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
• 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
• 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
• 14 years or more

Required Documents

• Resume

• List of References

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Open Date

11/06/2025

Requisition Number

PRN43524B

Job Title

Event Planning Management

Working Title

Event Supervisor

Career Progression Track

M00

Track Level

M1 - Supervisor

FLSA Code

Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Variable

Work Schedule Summary

Candidate must be available for varying shifts that will include evenings and weekends.

VP Area

Academic Affairs

Department

College of Law - Dean

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$38,691-$54,000

Close Date

02/01/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)