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Events Manager, Special Events - University Advancement

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HERC

Saint Louis, MO (In Person)

$74,113 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/16/2026

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Job Description

Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary The Event Manager reports to the Director of School and Program Events. The role of the Events Manager is to plan and implement key events designed to cultivate, maintain, and strengthen alumni, parent, and friend ties to the University. Oversee or assist with all aspects of event planning.
Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Oversees, manages, and provides assistance as needed for special events in University Advancement programs for assigned schools and programs including but not limited to professorship installations, scholarship dinners, Distinguished Alumni Award dinners, stewardship and cultivation events, and other events involving the schools and programs. Works with the Philanthropic Strategy and Development teams, faculty, alumni, and students to facilitate engagement, cultivation, and stewardship through program events. Oversees event planning related activities including but not limited to contract negotiations and management, reserving event space, working with communications coordinator to create invitations, overseeing data for invitation lists, coordinating and supervising mail house projects, creating timelines, establishing logistical plans, assist with securing speakers, creating seating plans, assisting with talking points, briefing materials for university leadership, and onsite logistics. Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement Occasional lifting (25 â" 50 lbs.) Equipment Office equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's degree Certifications /
Professional Licenses :
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (2 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of Advancement Programs and the activities of the department. Desire to play a meaningful role in the universityâ™s community and to share in the communityâ™s commitment to education and research. 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 :
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Building Partnerships, Computer Software, Email Software, Event Development, Event Management, Event Planning, FileMaker Development, Financial Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Graphic Design, Highly Developed Interpersonal, Interact with All Levels of Management, Learning Quickly, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Oral Communications, Organizing, Prioritization, Professional Etiquette, Professional Integrity, Task-Oriented, University Education, Work Collaboratively, Work Values, Written Communication Grade G11 Salary Range $53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually The 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 For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ . 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? Weâ™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/ EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.