Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63105

Scheduled Hours
37.5Position Summary
The Events Manager reports to the Director of Leadership Events within University Advancement. The role of Events Manager is to plan (solely and as part of a team) and implement key events designed to cultivate, maintain, and strengthen ties to the University for the highest-level expectation audience, including University Leaders, Principal Gifts Donors, and visiting dignitaries. Oversee or assist with all aspects of event planning.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversee event planning and execution in support of special events. This includes University Advancement and all Chancellor-hosted events of unlimited scope, such as private dinners, fireside chats, guest lectures, receptions, donor parties, Assembly Series lectures, commencement ceremonies, holiday events, salon events, and University memorials. Collaborate with institutional partners, staff, and faculty to design and deliver high-quality engagement experiences and stewardship initiatives.
- Manage and coordinate event planning operations. Responsibilities include leading contract negotiations and vendor management, supervising event strategy and execution, partnering with project coordinators on invitations and communications, managing invitation data and guest lists, coordinating mail house projects, and developing detailed timelines to ensure successful event delivery.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations
- Typically sitting at desk or table
- May require overtime and ability to work nights and/or weekends.
Equipment
- Office equipment
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong understanding of and appreciation for the mission of Advancement Programs and related departmental activities.
- Commitment to playing a meaningful role within the University community, with a shared dedication to education and research.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with administration, faculty, alumni, parents, and volunteers.
This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $53,100 - $62,000.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Building Partnerships, Communicativeness, Computer Software, Critical Thinking, Email Software, Event Development, Event Management, Event Planning, FileMaker Development, Financial Budgeting, Graphic Design, High-Integrity, Highly Developed Interpersonal, Interact with All Levels of Management, Learning Quickly, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizing, Professional Etiquette, Professional Integrity, Project Management, Task-Oriented, Trustworthiness, Work Collaboratively, Work ValuesGrade
G11Salary Range
$53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/