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UGED Events Specialist
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UGED Events Specialist University of Michigan - 4.2 Ann Arbor, MI Job Details Full-time $54,000 - $60,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Faculty collaboration Managing projects Logistics planning Full Job Description Job Summary The Events Specialist will coordinate and execute a wide variety of UGED events and programs, with a focus on creating engaging and thoughtful experiences for students, staff, and other members of the LSA community. This position will work closely with UGED units to coordinate events from initial concept through execution and will also assist with college-wide student and staff events and administrative needs. The Events Specialist reports to the Event Operations and Communications Manager and serves as a collaborative member of a creative and forward-thinking team. Responsibilities
- Event Planning (80%) In partnership with UGED unit staff, coordinate events and programming from initial concept through post-event follow-up, helping develop event activities and coordinating logistics, vendors, and event details Organize and schedule event planning meetings and utilize internal tracking mechanisms to keep planning team members informed of timelines, project status, and deliverables Coordinate with external vendors such as caterers, audiovisual providers, florists, photographers, and other event vendors Create event run-of-show (ROS) plans for each event to ensure the team can successfully execute events by documenting pre-event and post-event logistics, event timing, and vendor information Assist with budget preparation and projections, track funding, and monitor event budgets Collaborate with internal marketing colleagues to ensure that events are appropriately branded and communicated College-Wide Event Support (10%) Work closely with colleagues leading college-wide student and staff events to support brainstorming and development of event ideas, activities, and plans Attend and provide on-site event support Financial/Administrative (10%) Coordinate event-related financial activities with the appropriate LSA Business Office, including submitting shortcode hosting documentation and reimbursement requests Provide additional administrative support as needed Required Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in event management, business, communications, hospitality, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience coordinating and planning events, programs, or projects Exceptional organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail Ability to manage multiple events and projects simultaneously, including coordinating timelines, logistics, vendors, and event details Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple and sometimes competing deadlines, while collaborating with a wide variety of constituents, including faculty, staff, students, and external partners Desired Qualifications• Experience working with event management, project management, or collaboration tools to track timelines, tasks, budgets, and deliverables Experience tracking event budgets, processing financial transactions, and working with institutional financial systems Ability to identify opportunities to improve event processes, systems, and workflows Demonstrated creativity, resourcefulness, and willingness to take initiative in developing new approaches to events, programming, and team processes Advanced skills using Google Workspace tools, including Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and Forms Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department.
Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes. Work Schedule Monday-Friday, days. Some weeknights (~6 per year) and Saturdays (~2 per year) Work Locations LSA Building, 500 S. State St., Ann Arbor, MI 48109. This position is hybrid and currently requires at least 1 day in the office a week and, on occasion, may require additional days depending on event support needed. Additional Information Some event support responsibilities require moving materials weighing up to 35 pounds, transporting supplies using carts across campus, remaining in a stationary position for extended periods, and interacting with large groups, including events serving more than 1,000 members of the U-M community. As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world. To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/about/vision-mission-values.html. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Job Opening
ID 283079
Working Title UGED Events Specialist Job Title Admin Coord/Project Coord Work Location Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI Modes of Work Hybrid Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Nonexempt Organizational Group College Of Lsa Department LSA Dean:
Undergrad. Education Posting Begin/End Date 9/14/2026 - 9/27/2026 Salary $54,000.00 - $60,000.00 Career Interest Administration
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An Event Planner coordinates promotional sales events, professional meetings and family events. Works with clients, develops event plans and budgets, finds appropriate sites, contracts for services and supplies, coordinates with on-site staff, oversees finances and assists during an event.
$49,185 / year median in Michigan
+8% projected growth