Events Specialist

Rice is also a wonderful place to work. The Events Specialist may also work with the Vice President for Enrollment, Executive Directors, and Directors for special events, meetings, and engagements as needed. Ideal Candidate Statement: The Enrollment Division Events Specialist is a highly organized, creative, and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in planning and executing events that support student recruitment, yield, and engagement. Preferences: • 4 years of event planning experience, preferably in a higher education setting • Experience with CRM software and program management tools such as Asana Essential Functions: • Serves as project manager of multiple events, guiding teams to create work plans and schedules, monitor progress, and meet milestones • Oversees the management of event teams and/or production consultants to produce quality, multi-faceted events and productions • Establishes and maintains relationships with internal and external university partners • Acts as department representative at cross-departmental project meetings • Operates as account manager on deliverables, program metrics, and status reports • Works closely with the Deputy Director of Administration to coordinate complex program budgets • Conducts inventory of merchandise and submits new orders • Oversees support staff, students, volunteers, and contingent event staff • Provides basic audiovisual support for Enrollment Division on-campus events • Ensures periodic maintenance of the Welcome Center event space • Works occasional evening or weekend events