Event Production Manager

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont seeks an Event Production Manager to direct the Campus Production Team and oversee all production services for events on UVM campus. You will lead staffing, training, scheduling, and coordination with campus partners to ensure timely, high-quality execution.

The role emphasizes safety, accessibility, and exceptional customer experiences. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years in event support, staff supervision, a valid driver’s license, and ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years' relevant event support experience.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one; background check required.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift 61 lbs., push/pull 62 lbs., climb ladders, and work outdoors in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the Campus Production Team's production services for campus events.
• Coordinate with campus partners, service providers, and vendors to ensure successful event execution.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; implement a formal training program.
• Develop and maintain a staff training/improvement program focused on safety, accessibility, and customer service.

Skills

Staff supervision

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Event management software

PA system setup

Job description

Event Production Manager

Posting Summary

Direct and oversee the Campus Production Team's production services including the delivery, setup/breakdown and onsite support of all production equipment for events on the UVM Campus (excluding the Davis Center). Equipment to include crowd barricades, snow fence, flags, signs, banners, podiums/lecterns, chairs, tables, coatracks, non-licensed electrical (truck tracks and extension cords), fans, trash/recycle bins, and any other event-related equipment. Ensure the timeliness of staff scheduling and efficacy of event support services for all internal UVM and external clients. Coordinate with campus partners, service providers, and vendors on events requiring collaborative efforts for successful execution. Assist in planning, consultation, logistical support of vendors, and coordination of Campus Production Team's production services for UVM Commencement. Responsible for hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating the Campus Production Team's production personnel within the United Electrical Workers Union and temporary student staff. Create, implement, and maintain a formal training program for all event staff focusing on customer service, safety, accessibility, facilities intricacies, and operation of event equipment. Actively engage in learning and practicing principles of social justice and inclusion, environmental sustainability and delivering great customer experiences.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

• Bachelor's degree and two-four years' relevant experience in event support required.
• Experience with supervising staff required.
• Valid driver's license, or ability to obtain -driver's record check required.
• Initial employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work with people at all levels and with varying skillsets and backgrounds.
• Ability to work productively in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task efficiently.
• Ability to develop, implement, and maintain a staff training /improvement program.
• Demonstrated ability to use software applications for logistical management of detailed tasks.
• Must have the ability to lift 61 lbs. and push/pull 62 lbs., climb ladders and work in inclement weather when outdoors.
• Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability and delivering exceptional value and great experience to customers.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in a union environment.
• Experience working with college-level students.
• Background and experience in Microsoft Suite and event management software.
• Experience with basic PA system set up and use.
• Ability to drive larger vehicles, box trucks, and occasionally tow-behind trailers up to 24'.

Anticipated Pay Range

$65,000-$75,000

Special Conditions

Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Background Check required for this position

FLSA

Exempt

Union Position

No

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled

Department

University Event Svcs/11570

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

37.5

Term (months per year)

12