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Texas State University

Assistant Director, Event Planning

Texas State University, San Marcos, California, us, 92079


Job Opportunities at Texas State UniversityPlease see Special Instructions for more details.Must work some nights and weekends.

Posting InformationPosting Number:

2024755

Posting/Functional Title:

Asst Dir, Student Center

Location:

San Marcos

Department:

Student Center

Recruitment Type:

Open to All

Job Type:

Full-Time

Funding Source:

Permanent

Monthly Salary:

$4,916.66 - $5,333.33

Job Category:

Exempt

Required Qualifications

Experience in Event Planning.

Supervisory Experience.

Experience with event management software.

Ability to work some nights and weekends is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree.

Experience with Mazevo software.

Experience in Higher Education.

Job DescriptionProvides leadership to the LBJ Student Center Event Planning team responsible for the coordination and development of all events managed by the LBJ Student Center. This position ensures consistently high customer service and seamless coordination to deliver outstanding events.

Job Duties

Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate Event Planning team members including full-time and student Event Coordinators. Lead regular meetings, conduct trainings, and develop and maintain training manuals and resources.

Respond to inquiries, lead and attend client meetings, develop room diagrams, and enter reservation information into event management software. Head coordinator for LBJ Student Center and serve as lead on major, complex, and signature events.

Lead regular event forecasting meetings and ensure timely and accurate information and operational impacts are shared as appropriate.

Oversee administration and configuration of event scheduling and room diagram software and processes.

Ensure compliance of LBJ Student Center and University policies, guidelines, and other relevant regulations, including but not limited to use of facilities, ADA compliance, security requirements, environmental health and safety standards, and special event approval requirements.

Monitor events, provide positive customer service, collaborate with Event Services staff, catering staff, and other facility and campus personnel as necessary to ensure seamless coordination of outstanding events.

Coordinate billing and payment between client and LBJSC Business Office.

Serve as a vital member of the Event Services team in supporting successful LBJ Student Center events and ensuring positive customer service. Develop reports, recommend policies and procedures, and handle special projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned.

Serve as a departmental representative on relevant committees. Active attendance, participation, and reporting back is expected.

Additional Information to ApplicantsMust work some nights and weekends.

Job Open Date:

09/09/2024

Job Close Date:

09/25/2024 (posting closes at midnight)

Open Until Filled:

No

Normal Work Days:

Normal Work Hours:

Start 8:00AM, End 5:00PM

Posting NoticesYou will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and a list of references.

Legal and Required NoticesTexas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

Excellent work-life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program.

Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.

An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus.

Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions.

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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* Do you currently hold or have the ability to obtain a driver's license within 90 days of employment?

Yes

No

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