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Event Manager, Alumni Center Facilities & Services (ACFS)
Alumni Association, Stanford, California, United States

Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4883
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: G
Requisition ID: 92630

Stanford University is one of the world's premier academic and research institutions, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. As a major Bay Area employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world. In turn, the university is committed to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives. We believe Stanford's future success will be shaped by the diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and inclusive culture of its community.

Position Summary:

The Alumni Center Facilities and Services team is seeking a full-time Event Manager, primarily covering morning/day shifts with occasional evenings and weekends. We host a variety of events including intimate meetings, multi-day conferences, high-level receptions and dinners, and fun student dances! Our ideal candidate is professional, well-organized, independent, driven, and a team-player with a positive attitude. This position is highly customer service oriented and requires an ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

In this role you will:

• Coordinate with event planners to guide them through the process and requirements of hosting an event at the Alumni Center.
• Utilize and maintain an event database for space and resource management.
• Initiate and lead meetings with stakeholders to plan the scope and format of events, and/or review administrative procedures and event progress.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners.
• Serve as project leader on specific events: coordinating teams that plan, implement, and manage all aspects of events such as: vendors, catering, Event Services, Building Grounds & Maintenance, and transportation.
• Responsible for budget planning and management, venue management, and equipment and facilities management for specific events.
• Procure and coordinate vendor services. Negotiate vendor contracts, collect documentation and certificates to minimize liability and risks.
• Investigate, document and report complaints regarding all aspects of events including customer service, crowd control and staff issues.
• Inspect event facilities for maintenance, janitorial and fire safety issues, ensuring enforcement of Environmental Health and Safety and other facility regulations. Arrange for correction if issues are found.
• Communicate with visiting entities such as vendors, teams, professors, coaches and officials for assigned events.
• Train and supervise temporary event planners in proper execution and implementation of events.
• Document and update training manuals.
• May oversee support staff, students, and contingent event staff.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience; or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with some marketing skills. Extreme attention to detail, diplomacy, patience, and tact.
• Project management skills; ability to manage complex timelines and multiple projects.
• Flexibility with work schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated high level of confidence in making strategic decisions, good judgment, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office as well as Google Suite.
• A commitment to promoting and supporting an environment of diversity and inclusion.

Physical Requirements*:

• Frequently stand/walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, and use a telephone.
• Occasionally, kneel/crawl, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, and grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push objects that weigh 21-40 pounds.

Why Stanford is For You:

• Stanford has enriched the world and revolutionized the way we live. From the pioneering of search engines and social platforms, to saving lives with organ transplants and cutting-edge medical research. Supporting this mission are our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talented individuals who are driven to impact the future and legacy of Stanford.
• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, ability to audit courses, join a TedTalk, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health and fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health-care benefits.
• Discovery and fun: Stroll through historic sculpture gardens, trails, and museums.
• Enviable on-campus resources: Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job description


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Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.







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