Events Services Manager

Touro University Nevada (Touro) is seeking an Event Services Manager who can successfully work with a wide range of people, can be flexible, very well organized, and an exceptional communicator. The individual in this position is responsible for managing the event services operations for the Touro University Nevada campus for events both by university clients and non-university clients. Education: • BA or BS degree required (Bachelor's Degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, or Business Administration) Experience: • 3+ years of event management or other relevant experience • Proven work experience in an event management role • Management experience working in a University Conference Center and University Student Union (optional) • Certifications such as CSEP: Certified special events professional, CMP: Certified meeting professional, CMM: Certificate in meeting management, or similar designations preferred • Communication skills: Excellent listening, speaking, and writing skills to communicate with vendors, event attendees, and staff. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Superior event management skills, managing multiple events concurrently • Ability to create event plans, proposals, schedules, monitor the progress of each event, managing event teams and contingent labor to deliver the highest quality event • Demonstrated experience with financial management of complex event budgets requiring excellent analytical skills • Extreme attention to detail and deadlines with the ability to prioritize and manage complex workflows delivering on or before deadline. • Conduct a pre and post-event analysis to be able to plan properly and to also be able to improve in different areas • Responsible for assigning duties to other members of staff where and when it is necessary • Maintain good relationship with various vendors involved in the event, as well as with venue owners • Create contingency plans in case of unforeseen scenarios or mishaps during the course of an event • Coordinate all forms of entertainment for the event, like music and guest speakers, or performers as requested • Plan events not to exceed established event budget • Suggest suitable venues for an event to the client; in some cases, clients may prefer off-campus locations • Supervise activities going on during events; welcome guests and also serve as the "problem-solver" on the day • Ensure events are well publicized if the client requires it.