University Events Manager Location West Hartford, CT (Downtown area) : University of Hartford University Events Manager Assumes responsibility for the management of logistical aspects and details which support highly visible special events aimed at enhancing the University of Hartford's relationships with alumni, regents, prospective students/families, parents and donors as well as internal and external constituencies. Performs all duties in full support of the University's mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University's students. Essential Job Duties Job Duties This of the job is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned by the supervisor according to varying needs. Description of Key Responsibility: Partners with the Director of University Events to execute annual events, including but not limited to, Commencement, Hawktober Weekend, Admission events, DEIJ events and school/college annual events, as well as additional events as determined by University leadership. Oversees the event series as well as manages all logistics, catering and any other duties as assigned or required by the event.* Description of Key Responsibility: Serves as the University Events team lead for various events. Leads internal and external committees and interfaces with campus partners to ensure all facilities and audio/visual needs are met. Collaborates with Office of Marketing and Communications to strategize web presence and registration form content. Manages all aspects of student/parent information requests, staffing recruitment and assignments, school/college support and other duties as assigned.* Description of Key Responsibility: Develops and oversees event invitations, logistics, briefing materials and execution strategies in an effort to monitor progress to completion and ensure effective event execution. Collaborates with appropriate staff, working closely with offices of Admission, Financial Aid, Marketing and Communication, and DEIJ in an effort to ensure accuracy, efficiency and consistency with the University of Hartford brand initiatives and standards. * Description of Key Responsibility: Establishes, cultivates and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external constituencies including, but not limited to, regents, donors, students, families and alumni, in an effort to effectively manage events supporting the Universitys schools and colleges, Department of DEIJ , as well as special donor groups such as Rosen Society, Womens Advancement and others as necessary and/or appropriate. Description of Key Responsibility: Performs other related duties as assigned. Formal Education: Bachelors Degree Preferred Work Experience: Normal office situation. Requires travel, excluding overnight stays. Impact of Actions: Complexity: Decision Making: Internal Communication: External Communication: Customer Relations Managerial Skills Knowledge and Skills Special Skills The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
