Event Services Manager, University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture

University of Tennessee•Knoxville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Event Services Manager provides institute-wide leadership for UTIA events, parking operations, and space coordination. This role blends strategic planning with hands-on execution and serves as a key liaison between UTIA, UT Knoxville event partners, and external stakeholders. The manager will lead signature UTIA events, oversee parking operations, provide administrative leadership, and manage space and room reservations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Five Years progressively responsible direct experience managing events.
Ability to independently manage multiple concurrent events and projects.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Ability to coordinate effectively with vendors and internal teams.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree
Three (3) years of progressively responsible direct event management experience CEPS or other relevant events planning certification.
Experience in a higher education environment.
Supervisory experience.
Knowledge of campus and statewide event facilities, technology, and equipment.
Knowledge of university and state procurement policies.
Knowledge of event planning principles and best practices.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making in complex situations.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute all phases of high-profile events — from concept through onsite delivery.
Manage timelines, logistics, staffing, vendors, and budgets with consistent quality standards.
Serve as a public-facing representative of UTIA with senior leaders, donors, partners, and public officials.
Coordinate joint events with UT Knoxville Event Planning and campus partners.
Develop event-specific processes and oversee vendor performance.
Direct UTIA parking operations for events and day-to-day use.
Lead annual parking permit reviews and lot assignment processes.
Serve as UTIA’s liaison with UT Knoxville Parking & Transit and the Parking & Transit Authority Committee.
Resolve real-time parking challenges and design operational solutions for specialized needs.
Supervise staff, student workers, and temporary employees.
Set departmental priorities, procedures, and goals aligned with UTIA’s strategic direction.
Coordinate staffing schedules to support evening and weekend events.
Build strong working relationships across UTIA and the broader university.
Serve as UTIA’s institute-level approver for space and room reservations.
Maintain accurate room data and ensure alignment with emergency management requirements.
Utilize and stay current with university reservation systems.