Event Planner Jobs

The Event Planner conceptualizes event themes and itineraries, develops and manages event budgets, and oversees the implementation, execution, and follow-up of events hosted on and off campus. The position creates invitations, selects event sites, develops seating arrangements, negotiates with florists, caterers, event-space staff, print shops, and other vendors, and manages on-site contract staff and students. The role has full responsibility for planning and implementing events for the benefit of the College. Events serve VIP guests, donors, alumni, prospective and enrolled students, parents, and guest lecturers. The planner designs events that uphold the image of the College and the C&BA Dean’s office. This demanding role requires professionalism, organization, creativity, attention to detail, collaboration, excellent written and oral communication, and the ability to handle high-stress situations while maintaining the College of Business’s professional standards. The normal schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with routine early mornings, evenings, and weekends required. The final candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation, including review of information from social media and other internet sources. A reported prior conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate; prior convictions or negative behavioral red flags receive an individualized review before a hiring decision is made.