Campus Event Operations Specialist

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition subsidy for employees and/or a

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington's Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is seeking an Events Specialist to plan and execute university-wide events, manage budgets, vendor contracts, and communications.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in business or related field and at least 2 years in events or hospitality. Expect varied schedules including evenings and weekends with comprehensive IU benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee recurring and ad hoc university events within budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate with vendors, facilities, transportation, catering, and technology for event success.
• Negotiate contracts and service agreements; ensure compliance with policies and risk management.
• Monitor event performance, attendance, and expenses to improve ROI for future events.
• Provide guidance to staff and ensure smooth operations on event days.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or related field

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington's Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is seeking an Events Specialist to plan and execute university-wide events, manage budgets, vendor contracts, and communications.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in business or related field and at least 2 years in events or hospitality. Expect varied schedules including evenings and weekends with comprehensive IU benefits.