Event Planner job

WGU, driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, is looking for an enthusiastic Event Planner to join the University Events team. This role involves planning and executing large events for students and staff, providing logistical support for university-wide events, and contributing to creating memorable experiences for attendees. The University Events team values teamwork, creativity, and attention to detail, offering a collaborative and engaging work environment.. bonuses, medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and mental healthcare, health savings account and flexible spending account, basic and voluntary life insurance, disability coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages, legal and identity theft coverage, retirement savings plan, wellbeing program, discounted WGU tuition, flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation, flexible paid sick time, 11 paid holidays, up to 12 weeks of parental leave, travel opportunities and occasional evening and weekend work, office location in Salt Lake City. Bachelor's degree; 3+ years' experience; experience with trade shows, large broadcast events, transportation management, or hospitality management; experience in event management platforms; proficiency in Excel for data import and export