Strategic Projects & Events Manager

CSU Fullerton Auxiliary Services; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Risk Management and Insurance (SRMI) at California State University, Fullerton is seeking an organized, resourceful Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of SRMI events, programs, and special initiatives.

The Project Manager serves as the primary coordinator for project planning, event logistics, communications, and stakeholder engagement while working closely with faculty, staff, students, industry partners, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Current graduate student or recent graduate with MBA, MS, or related field preferred.
• MBA or related field (preferred)
• Experience in project coordination or administrative support is desirable.
• Ability to commit to the position long-term.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage SRMI projects from initiation to completion.
• Assist with planning and executing industry events, networking programs, conferences, and student activities.
• Collaborate with the SRMI Director, faculty, staff, students, and industry partners to ensure successful outcomes.
• Develop project timelines, monitor progress, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare reports, presentations, meeting materials, and project documentation.
• Coordinate communication with corporate partners, sponsors, vendors, and university departments.
• Maintain project records, spreadsheets, budgets, and databases.
• Assist with hiring, training, and supervising student assistants when needed.
• Support the planning and implementation of research and special initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support SRMI.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Project management

Communication

Event planning

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

MBA or related field (preferred)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The School of Risk Management and Insurance (SRMI) at California State University, Fullerton is seeking an organized, resourceful Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of SRMI events, programs, and special initiatives.

The Project Manager serves as the primary coordinator for project planning, event logistics, communications, and stakeholder engagement while working closely with faculty, staff, students, industry partners, and vendors.