What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Manager position at University of Nevada, Reno?
The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Manager, University Events within the Development and Alumni Relations Division. Reporting to the Director of University Events, this position is responsible for planning and managing multiple events, generally with fewer than 300 guests. The Manager oversees all aspects of assigned events, including:
- Invitation and theme creation
- Menu design and program details
- Event set-up and strike coordination
The role provides leadership and decision-making for University support staff, campus crews, and external vendors to ensure events are executed seamlessly. All events are produced in alignment with the standards and expectations set by the President of the University. In addition, the Manager supports the Director with the planning and execution of larger, more complex events.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of related work experience OR
Master’s Degree and one (1) year of related work experience
Related Experience: Experience in planning, producing and evaluating goal-oriented programs and/or events or related experience.
Schedule or Travel Requirements
Some travel required.
Weekends and evenings on scheduled programs and projects.
Longer hours as needed for events.
Compensation Grade
Administrative Faculty - B
Candidates will be hired at the level that is comparable to their experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.
Remarkable Retirement
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.
Perks of Working at UNR
- Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
- Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance – Faculty Benefits
- E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
- Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
- Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
- Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
- No state income tax!
Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees
The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grants-in-Aid
Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program
The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program
Contact Information
SeongA McNeal at smcneal@unr.edu
