Events Manager - President's Office

Nevada System of Higher Education

5d•$65,105 - $81,381•Onsite

About The Position

Truckee Meadows Community College is seeking an Events Manager to join the Office of the President. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing major institutional events, including Convocation, employee recognition programs, the Holiday Celebration, and executive-level functions. The Events Manager will also serve as a project management partner for events hosted by academic divisions, departments, student organizations, and other units, helping to develop plans and coordinate resources. The ideal candidate will build on existing events and processes while bringing new ideas and best practices to the role.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in event management, hospitality, business, communications, marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two (2) years of professional experience planning and executing events, conferences, or similarly complex projects, including vendor, budget, and timeline management.
Strong knowledge of event planning, production, AV, logistics, and budgeting.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects independently with limited direction.
Strong attention to detail combined with an understanding of each event's broader purpose.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with discretion when working with senior leadership.
Sound judgment and composure under pressure.
Creativity and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in event, conference, or hospitality management, preferably in higher education, government, or nonprofit settings.
Experience leading large-scale or high-profile events, including those involving executives or elected officials.
Experience managing staging, AV, and production elements.
Experience developing event standards or systems for an organization.
Experience with event-management software.
CMP, CSEP, or comparable certification.

Responsibilities

Manage major College events from concept through post-event evaluation, including timelines, budgets, run-of-show documents, floor plans, staffing, and contingency plans.
Oversee on-site operations on event day, resolve issues as they arise, and escalate to College leadership when needed.
Coordinate protocol and guest experience for events involving Regents, elected officials, donors, and other distinguished guests.
Represent the President's Office on the Commencement planning team and manage assigned areas.
Consult with campus units to define event goals, timelines, roles, and resource needs.
Coordinate with Facilities, IT/AV, Marketing and Communications, Public Safety, Purchasing, Finance, catering, and parking.
Develop and maintain event templates, checklists, and planning guides for campus use.
Maintain event records to support continuity from year to year.
Recommend and implement event-management tools and processes.
Conduct post-event evaluations and apply feedback to future planning.
Develop and manage event budgets, and track and reconcile expenses.
Source and manage vendors, and coordinate contracts and purchasing in accordance with College and NSHE policy.
Maintain an inventory of event equipment and supplies.
Ensure events are accessible and include appropriate safety and emergency plans.
Manage volunteer schedules and direct volunteers during events.

Benefits

Health insurance options including dental and vision
19.25% retirement match in TIAA
Life insurance, long-term disability, generous annual and sick leave
Employer-paid long term disability (LTD) at 60% of salary up to $7,500 per month
Sports and Fitness Center with annual or monthly membership options for employee and spouse/domestic partner.
ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments.
Reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents (up to six credits per semester for faculty, unlimited for eligible dependents)
Free parking on all TMCC campus locations.
No State income tax
Variety of discounts and employee purchase programs.