Special Events Manager — Campus Events & AV

Ithaca College; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in New York is seeking a Special Events Manager to oversee and manage events for its Conference and Events Services Team. Ideal candidates will possess outstanding problem-solving and communication skills, and be flexible in accommodating various clients’ requests. This role involves resolving logistical issues, ensuring the delivery of services, and maintaining a safe environment at events. Pay rate is $15.00 per hour, and the position requires working flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Outstanding problem solving, communication and customer service skills.
• Flexibility and collaboration to work with a variety of clients.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage events planned by the Conference and Event Services office staff.
• Assist clients prior to and during events to ensure all needs are met.
• Document and evaluate each event for planning purposes.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Customer service

Flexibility

Collaboration

Job description

A higher education institution in New York is seeking a Special Events Manager to oversee and manage events for its Conference and Events Services Team. Ideal candidates will possess outstanding problem-solving and communication skills, and be flexible in accommodating various clients’ requests. This role involves resolving logistical issues, ensuring the delivery of services, and maintaining a safe environment at events. Pay rate is $15.00 per hour, and the position requires working flexible hours, including nights and weekends.