Senior Venue and Events Coordinator - 133521

University of California • San Diego, CA

405d • $69,500 - $123,500

About The Position

The Senior Venue and Events Coordinator at UC San Diego is responsible for overseeing and managing a variety of events and activities within the Hospitality and Conference Services department. This role involves direct sales, promotional strategy development, and the day-to-day management of conference and meeting facilities. The coordinator ensures exceptional customer service and aligns event programs with current trends and the university's vision, catering to a diverse audience of over 20,000 guests annually.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of event planning and public relations principles and practices.
• Proven experience in running events from scheduling to completion.
• Experience with event management and scheduling systems such as EMS.
• Ability to meet budget and time constraints, with experience in event budget planning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite and Google applications, as well as video conferencing software.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with crowd management and safety protocols.
• Knowledge of volunteer recruitment and supervision practices.
• Demonstrated organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a wide range of events and activities, including direct sales and promotional strategies.
• Independently manage the day-to-day operations of the Theater District and Nuevo East Exchange Conference and Meeting facilities.
• Manage assigned summer conferences and other events as tasked.
• Update event programs to align with current trends in technology and customer service expectations.
• Ensure outstanding customer service through UC San Diego Principles of Community and Balanced Scorecard concepts.
• Coordinate and manage moderately complex and medium-sized events.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees