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Public Events Manager
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201506195962 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | - |
Position Information
Under the direction of the Director of Event Management and Protocol, the Public Events Manager is responsible for assisting in the coordination and implementation of special events that benefit the University of California, Riverside and that enhance the institution's image, reputation and attractiveness as a worthy focus of charitable giving and other forms of support.Want to join a dynamic team? If you are results oriented, this position is for you! Please submit your application and cover letter today. Applicants may be required to complete one or more pre-employment assessments as part of the selection process.
The Office of Alumni & Constituent Relations serves to preserve and promote the relationships between UCR, its alumni, students and many external constituencies. Through its various services and programs, the office engages UCR's alumni, students and external constituencies in support of the university and its tradition of excellence. The office's general objectives are to: -Promote the interests of the University of California, Riverside and strengthen its base of support. -Encourage an ongoing commitment to UCR among its alumni, students, parents, emeriti faculty and staff retirees. -Ensure timely and effective communication between UCR and its alumni and external constituencies. -Encourage greater involvement in UCR's Alumni Association, Parents Association, Student Alumni Association, Emeriti Association and Retirees Association. -Provide services and programs to benefit alumni, students, parents and other constituencies.
University Advancement: Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Peter A. Hayashida, the UC Riverside University Advancement team raises public awareness of UCR's excellence in research, teaching and service. We encourage, promote, and secure public and private resources to support: recruitment and retention of world-class faculty; high-quality education for the best and brightest students who are reflective of California's diverse population; and leading-edge facilities and equipment necessary for inquiry and the creation of knowledge for the 21st century and beyond.
About UCR: The University of California, Riverside (www.ucr.edu) is a doctoral research university, a living laboratory for groundbreaking exploration of issues critical to Inland Southern California, the state and communities around the world. Reflecting California's diverse culture, UCR's enrollment has exceeded 21,000 students. The campus opened a medical school in 2013 and has reached the heart of the Coachella Valley by way of the UCR Palm Desert Center. The campus has an annual statewide economic impact of more than $1 billion. UCR is the most diverse campus in the prestigious 10 campus UC system and it is the eighth most diverse university in the nation. Recently named a "Next Generation University", UCR has earned a national reputation for excellence in research, teaching and service. For the second consecutive year, UCR has been recognized by The Princeton Review as one of the top green colleges in North America and for (2013) the Washington Monthly magazine ranked the University of California, Riverside second among national universities in their ninth-annual College Ranking Survey.
The Office of Alumni & Constituent Relations serves to preserve and promote the relationships between UCR, its alumni, students and many external constituencies. Through its various services and programs, the office engages UCR's alumni, students and external constituencies in support of the university and its tradition of excellence. The office's general objectives are to: -Promote the interests of the University of California, Riverside and strengthen its base of support. -Encourage an ongoing commitment to UCR among its alumni, students, parents, emeriti faculty and staff retirees. -Ensure timely and effective communication between UCR and its alumni and external constituencies. -Encourage greater involvement in UCR's Alumni Association, Parents Association, Student Alumni Association, Emeriti Association and Retirees Association. -Provide services and programs to benefit alumni, students, parents and other constituencies.
University Advancement: Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Peter A. Hayashida, the UC Riverside University Advancement team raises public awareness of UCR's excellence in research, teaching and service. We encourage, promote, and secure public and private resources to support: recruitment and retention of world-class faculty; high-quality education for the best and brightest students who are reflective of California's diverse population; and leading-edge facilities and equipment necessary for inquiry and the creation of knowledge for the 21st century and beyond.
About UCR: The University of California, Riverside (www.ucr.edu) is a doctoral research university, a living laboratory for groundbreaking exploration of issues critical to Inland Southern California, the state and communities around the world. Reflecting California's diverse culture, UCR's enrollment has exceeded 21,000 students. The campus opened a medical school in 2013 and has reached the heart of the Coachella Valley by way of the UCR Palm Desert Center. The campus has an annual statewide economic impact of more than $1 billion. UCR is the most diverse campus in the prestigious 10 campus UC system and it is the eighth most diverse university in the nation. Recently named a "Next Generation University", UCR has earned a national reputation for excellence in research, teaching and service. For the second consecutive year, UCR has been recognized by The Princeton Review as one of the top green colleges in North America and for (2013) the Washington Monthly magazine ranked the University of California, Riverside second among national universities in their ninth-annual College Ranking Survey.
Minimum Requirements
-Two to four years experience in event planning and production, including at least one year of supervisory experience, preferably in a University setting, and graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
-Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, co-workers and constituents.
-Demonstrated ability to work successfully with volunteers.
-Demonstrated experience of microcomputer applications such as e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet applications and alumni/donor databases.
-Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
-Knowledge of catering, facilities, aesthetic creativity and logistics to engage audience, technical knowledge, including sound, lighting, and projection systems.
-Skill and ability to organize, plan, and execute special events in diverse settings for varied audiences with various purposes. Ability to use common sense approaches and make prudent and sound decisions
-Ability to provide high quality services in a cost-effective manner and to recommend improved methods of performing the work.
-Ability to maintain a positive attitude during stressful situations. Ability to work under pressure and with continuous interruptions.
-Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
-Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, co-workers and constituents.
-Demonstrated ability to work successfully with volunteers.
-Demonstrated experience of microcomputer applications such as e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet applications and alumni/donor databases.
-Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
-Knowledge of catering, facilities, aesthetic creativity and logistics to engage audience, technical knowledge, including sound, lighting, and projection systems.
-Skill and ability to organize, plan, and execute special events in diverse settings for varied audiences with various purposes. Ability to use common sense approaches and make prudent and sound decisions
-Ability to provide high quality services in a cost-effective manner and to recommend improved methods of performing the work.
-Ability to maintain a positive attitude during stressful situations. Ability to work under pressure and with continuous interruptions.
Preferred Qualifications
-Knowledge of University organization structure and policies and procedures
-Demonstrated experience using Raiser's Edge donor database.
-Demonstrated experience using Raiser's Edge donor database.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history and culture. UCR gives every student the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #12 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 55th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #12 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 55th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview