Senior Campus Conferences & Events Lead

Quinnipiac University; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Conferences & Events Manager, a key role responsible for leading the planning and execution of a diverse portfolio of conferences, summer programs, and campus events.

The role serves as the primary client partner from contract through program completion, coordinating housing, dining, meeting spaces, and support services with campus stakeholders to ensure outstanding event delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing conferences, events, or summer programs in a university or comparable environment
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management, housing, or scheduling systems
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a high-volume portfolio of one-day events, multi-day conferences, and summer academic and athletic residential programs
• Serve as the primary client relationship manager from post-contract through program completion
• Provide consultative planning support through site visits and planning calls, advising clients on menu selection, agenda development, and event flow to ensure successful outcomes
• Coordinate housing, dining, meeting space, athletic facilities, and support services in partnership with campus stakeholders
• Utilize the project management system to track complex program logistics, ensuring operational readiness and proactive issue resolution
• Independently manage 75+ events annually, balancing competing priorities and deadlines
• Support business development efforts by assisting with front-end inquiry intake procedures to maintain strong conversion rates
• Assist with site visits, proposal development, and contract preparation as needed
• Support program registration using the preferred platform to collect participant data, process payments, and distribute pre-event communications
• Cultivate repeat business and long-term client relationships through high-quality service delivery and proactive account management
• Contribute to summer operations planning, staffing models, and space optimization initiatives
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures and service guidelines

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Client relationships

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management / Event Management / Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Event management systems

Housing/scheduling systems

Job description

Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Conferences & Events Manager, a key role responsible for leading the planning and execution of a diverse portfolio of conferences, summer programs, and campus events.

The role serves as the primary client partner from contract through program completion, coordinating housing, dining, meeting spaces, and support services with campus stakeholders to ensure outstanding event delivery.