Assistant Director of Venue Operations

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an Assistant Director of Venue Operations to manage event facilities. This role involves overseeing event logistics, ensuring excellent customer service, and working closely with clients and vendors. The ideal candidate will have a background in hospitality management and strong communication skills, and must be available for evening and weekend events.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in event or hospitality management required.
• Must have client relations and/or sales background.

Responsibilities

• Manage NAA-operated facilities for events like conferences and weddings.
• Work directly with vendors and rental clients to ensure event needs are met.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, hospitality management or related field

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Assistant Director of Venue Operations

Department

Department Alumni Association-1411

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_250376

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/15/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/27/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

This position will manage NAA -operated facilities as we host events such as conferences, receptions, weddings, banquets, and business meetings. The successful candidate will work directly with vendors and rental clients to ensure all event staffing/venue needs are met, provide outstanding customer service, and help set the plan for the operations of each event. This includes pre-event communications with the rental client, setup and teardown of event space, and operating/troubleshooting presentation technology. Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during scheduled events, plus Husker Football game days.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, hospitality management or related field plus one year of experience in event or hospitality management required; equivalent education/experience considered. Demonstrated excellent communications and customer service skills necessary. Must have demonstrated ability to oversee all aspects of NAA events, including the anticipation of issues, troubleshooting building audio-visual and/or event challenges as they occur. Must have client relations and/or sales background and practical teamwork experience. Proficiency in Microsoft applications and ability to read and understand financial and bidding documents essential. Experience must demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Management experience, marketing/sales background preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $45,000/yr. minimum

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Frequent nights and weekends

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

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