Conference-Event Manager I - Peds ID

Inside Higher Ed; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution is looking for an Event Manager to oversee planning and execution of events. Responsibilities include collaborating with staff, managing event timelines, and coordinating with various stakeholders. The candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, with a salary range of $61,000 to $70,000 annually. This is a full-time role based in Jacksonville, FL.

Qualifications

• Three years of relevant experience or seven years with a high school diploma.
• Experience planning special events and working with HIV population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish event goals and objectives with staff and clients.
• Create invitations and promotional materials with designers.
• Facilitate event briefing and coordinate speakers.

Skills

Event planning

Collaboration

Networking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma with seven years experience

Job description

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Job No: 537720

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Jacksonville Campus

Categories: Recreation/Event Services

Department: 30090000 - JX-PEDIATRICS-JACKSONVILLE

Job Description

• Collaborates with staff and clients to establish event goals and objectives; develops and recommends event operating procedures; establishes and manages event planning timelines; creates task assignments; and proposes resources needed to execute event.
• Works with designers to create invitations, promotional and other printed materials. Annual conference, works with Strategic Plan team members. Provides leadership, direction, and coordination among speakers, staff, and volunteers during event program/production.
• Establishes professional relationships with community partners, securing support letters, MOUs, and CEUs.
• Oversees and facilitates event briefing and coordination of speakers/presenters.
• Attends advisory committees-Clinical Effectiveness Group (CEG). Prepares post-event analysis to assess opportunities and make recommendations for improving events and services to internal and external constituencies, and to implement recommendations as appropriate.
• Seeks out innovative and creative ideas for events through research, networking, continuing education classes, and Grand Rounds.

Expected Salary

$61,000 to $70,000 annually depending on education and experience.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma and seven years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Planning special events and one year experience with HIV population adult/pediatric.

Special Instructions To Applicants

• This is a time-limited position. Time limited positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of time for which the position is available.
• Background Check is Required.
• To be considered you must upload your Cover Letter, Resume/CV, and 3 References.
• Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
• Health Assessment Required: No
• Applications Close: 12 November 2025

To apply

Visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537720

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Online Audio and Video Media