Kennesaw State University · 6 hours ago
Events Manager - Office of Research
Kennesaw, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$64K/yr - $64K/yr
3+ years expKennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country, committed to academic excellence and innovative research. The Events Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a variety of events to support the assigned college or division, ensuring high-quality experiences for participants and enhancing the university's profile.
Education
Responsibilities
Leads and oversees the planning, organization, and execution of both internal and external events such as conferences, fundraisers, fairs, ceremonies, and/or receptions
Coordinates logistical requirements with necessary support teams and external vendors
Manages contracts, invoices, and payment processes according to established guidelines
Monitors event schedules and ensures timely processing of requests and notifications
Maintains purchasing and budgetary documentation related to event activities
Acts as a key resource for clients, staff, and stakeholders during event execution
Provides on-site event support, including availability for evening and weekend events as needed
Ensures safety and crowd management procedures are in place for all events
Oversees and/or assists with event set-up as required
May supervise, schedule, and train assigned staff and/or student assistants
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field
Current, valid, and unrestricted drivers license
Three (3) years of related work experience
Preferred
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Event Management System software experience or similar software a plus
Prior experience with event operations at an institution of higher learning preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!
Company
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University is a public, coeducational, comprehensive university located in Kennesaw, Georgia
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.31MKey Investors
National Cemetery Administration
2024-06-17Grant· $0.31M
2022-03-02Grant
Leadership Team
Anna Bilyeu
Educational Technology Specialist/Project Lead with KSU iTeach
Steven Smalt
Accounting Professor
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