George Fox University · 1 week ago
Conference Experience Manager
Newberg, OR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$38K/yr - $49K/yrGeorge Fox University is seeking a detail-oriented Conference Experience Manager to join their Event Services team. This role focuses on planning, coordinating, and executing university-sponsored conferences and events, ensuring operational excellence and student employee development.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Coordinating logistics for assigned conferences, summer camps, and events, including setup, on-site support, and tear down
Serving as the on-site operational lead for assigned conferences and events, resolving issues quickly and maintaining an organized, welcoming environment
Collaborating with campus departments to develop and execute event production plans
Utilizing 25Live to manage event schedules, reports, and daily operational information
Recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising PCI student employees
Leading student staff through conference setups while fostering professionalism, teamwork, and positive morale
Planning, facilitating, and supervising indoor and outdoor PCI activities, ensuring safety and engagement
Ensuring event guests and program participants comply with university policies and applicable regulations
Maintaining PCI program compliance with relevant agencies, including the Oregon Health Authority
Supporting large campus-wide events in collaboration with the Event Services Team
Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service
By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role
Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Detail-oriented and high-energy team member who loves juggling logistics, supporting student learning experiences, and helping events run smoothly
Hands-on, operations-focused role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments
Ability to work directly with students, guests, and campus partners
Strong and clear communication skills, consistent listener, and contributor of new ideas
Outgoing personality that can build positive relationships with students and university employees
Strong emotional intelligence, willing to seek guidance and clarity when needed
Proactive self-starter with a strong work ethic
Ability to be a team player that can easily pivot on short notice
Demonstrated proactive problem solving
Valid driver's license with an excellent driving record and ability to pass the University approved driver requirements
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity
Desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith
Personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church
Agreement to live in accordance with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith
Ability to lift more than 25 pounds and perform activities such as balancing, bending/stooping, climbing stairs, crouching, etc
Ability to work evenings and weekends, including Sundays, based on scheduled conferences and events
Preferred
Experience with summer camps or conferences
Some college experience
Benefits
Free Fitness Center membership
Free parking
Rich employee benefit package
Company
George Fox University
George Fox University is a school in Newberg.
Founded in 1891
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Dougherty
Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, Chief Brand Officer
Shawn Daley
Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer
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