The University of Mississippi
Manager Event Planning
The University of Mississippi, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061
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Note for Current UM Employees
Current employees must apply internally via connectU >
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Definition of Class
This position plans and executes meetings, special events, or functions for a College, School, or Program within the University. The incumbent manages the execution and implementation of assigned events and planning timelines, develops and implements policies and procedures related to event planning, manages and oversees departmental budget, and provides supervision, guidance, and direction for support staff.
Examples of Work Performed
Directs day to day operational functions of event planning.
Establishes and manages event timelines.
Develops and recommends event operating procedures.
Establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers, vendors, and clients.
Negotiates prices, menus, space, etc. with suppliers, vendors, and clients.
Develops, manages and oversees assigned event budget.
Develops and implements policies and procedures related to event planning.
Trains, develops, and manages the performance of staff.
Establishes and implements event goals and objectives.
Manages event logistics and determines strategies to accomplish event success.
Ensures best practices are maintained for event planning.
Prepares event analysis to assess opportunities and make recommendations for improvement.
Manages billing and arranges prompt payment for events once complete.
Ensures staff are compliant with policies and procedures and guidelines are met.
Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.
Essential Functions
These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.
Manages the execution and implementation of assigned events.
Oversees assigned departmental budget.
Develops policies and procedures related to event planning.
Provides supervision and guidance for support staff.
Minimum Education/Experience
Education:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
AND
Experience:Three (3) years of experience related to the above described duties.
Substitution Statement:Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.
Interview Requirements:Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
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Note for Current UM Employees
Current employees must apply internally via connectU >
connectu.olemiss.edu
Definition of Class
This position plans and executes meetings, special events, or functions for a College, School, or Program within the University. The incumbent manages the execution and implementation of assigned events and planning timelines, develops and implements policies and procedures related to event planning, manages and oversees departmental budget, and provides supervision, guidance, and direction for support staff.
Examples of Work Performed
Directs day to day operational functions of event planning.
Establishes and manages event timelines.
Develops and recommends event operating procedures.
Establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers, vendors, and clients.
Negotiates prices, menus, space, etc. with suppliers, vendors, and clients.
Develops, manages and oversees assigned event budget.
Develops and implements policies and procedures related to event planning.
Trains, develops, and manages the performance of staff.
Establishes and implements event goals and objectives.
Manages event logistics and determines strategies to accomplish event success.
Ensures best practices are maintained for event planning.
Prepares event analysis to assess opportunities and make recommendations for improvement.
Manages billing and arranges prompt payment for events once complete.
Ensures staff are compliant with policies and procedures and guidelines are met.
Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.
Essential Functions
These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.
Manages the execution and implementation of assigned events.
Oversees assigned departmental budget.
Develops policies and procedures related to event planning.
Provides supervision and guidance for support staff.
Minimum Education/Experience
Education:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
AND
Experience:Three (3) years of experience related to the above described duties.
Substitution Statement:Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.
Interview Requirements:Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
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