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Temporary Events Manager
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193120TMPosition Number
11ASO2053Position Type
TemporaryEssential Job Duties
The North Carolina Plant Sciences Initiative (N.C. PSI) is the global home for plant science innovation. N.C. PSI brings together the brightest minds in academia, government and industry to drive vital research and innovation. Our vision is to be the world’s premier plant sciences enterprise that solves agricultural challenges through interdisciplinary, team-based science.
This position will serve as a temporary Events Manager, reporting to the Director of Operations.
The candidate will work with N.C. PSI leadership, faculty, communications and administrative staff, campus stakeholders and external partners to manage all events, from start to finish, that take place at the new, state-of-the-art Plant Sciences Building.
The term of this position is for six months, with a possibility for extension beyond the period for successful performance.
Primary Responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:
This is a front-facing, visible role that will work independently with faculty, staff and external partners at all levels. Specifically, this position will be responsible for the management, coordination and successful execution of all N.C. PSI sponsored events and approved external events ranging from small meetings to large scale events. Events include seminar series, webinars, workshops, community social hours and game nights, industry partner breakfasts, and more. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Organizing contracts with internal and external partners and vendors
- Manage logistics for all events including but not limited to event space request, online registration for attendees, coordination of vendors, space layout/setup and technology needs.
- Communicate and collaborate with various campus staff and departments for event needs including but not limited to parking, developing event materials, A/V requests and submitting events to appropriate University calendars.
- Planning and executing all internal PSI community events
- Working with the communications team to promote events to appropriate target audiences
- Evaluating each event through attendee feedback and compiling data to measure ROI and track attendance.
- Fostering a strong community within N.C. PSI that others want to be a part of
Is Time Limited
NoJob City & State
Raleigh, NCDepartment
NC Plant Sciences InitiativeClassification Title
Temporary-Technical/ParaprofessionalWorking Title
Temporary Events ManagerWork Schedule
20-30/hrs per weekOther Work/Responsibilities
- n/a
Minimum Experience/Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment.
Department Required Skills
- Must have the ability to manage the logistics of activities for several simultaneous programs of varying lengths in various stages.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Exceptionally high standards of quality, completeness and attention to detail
- The desire to interact with people on a regular basis
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Experience in event management
- Communications or marketing experience
- Photography and/or videography experience
Required License or Certification
- Valid driver’s license
Valid NC Driver's License required?
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoAnticipated Hiring Range
$29-$31/hrJob Open Date
11/29/2022Quick Link
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/175135AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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