Event Manager

East Carolina University

$35,589 - $63,978

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

Aug 19, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title	Event Manager
Position Number	921317
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Time-Limited	No
Department Homepage	studentlife.ecu.edu
Advertising Department	STUDENT LIFE
Division	Student Affairs
Classification Title	10300 University Program Associate
Competency Level	3 - Advanced
Working Title	Event Manager
Number of Vacancies	1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)	1.0
Full Time or Part Time	Full Time
Recruitment Range	$35,589 - $63,978
Anticipated Hiring Range	$51,875 - $57,638
Salary Grade Equivalency	NC10
Work Schedule	M-F, evenings, weekends, and irregular hours as needed
Work Hours	8-5pm, evenings, weekends, and irregular hours as needed
Position Location (City)	Greenville
Job Category	Staff - Professional
Organizational Unit Overview	The Division of Student Affairs comprises over 30 departments, each responsible for providing various student support, services, and educational programs accessible to the university community. With over 300 full-time employees and over 1200 student workers, the Division supports Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness. The Division strives to be a national leader in developing student experiences that positively transform lives and communities through work that makes students the focal point of our services, policies, and programming; creates a community where all feel safe, included, and welcomed; treats each other with dignity and civility, and recognizes every individual has rights, ideas, and beliefs; maintains open and honest interactions, and delivers high-quality programming, services, and resources through continuous reflection and improvement.
Job Duties	The Event Manager is a key member of the Central Reservations Office ( CRO) team. This position provides critical leadership in executing daily event operations across high-impact campus venues, including the Main Campus Student Center, Brody School of Medicine, East Carolina Heart Institute ( ECHI), and the Health Sciences Student Center. Overseeing a student staff of approximately 100 Event Assistants, the Event Manager ensures events are executed efficiently, facilities are maintained to a high standard, and clients receive responsive, service-focused support. The Event Manager plays an essential role in advancing campus engagement by coordinating event logistics for student organizations, university departments, and external partners. This position will provide strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The Event Manager serves as a primary operational contact for event clients and campus partners, ensuring that events are executed to the highest standards. Event Planning & Execution: Oversee all aspects of event setup execution, and breakdown, ensuring that all elements are implementing according to plan and timeline. Review event details and room layouts using 25Live, 7 Point Ops, and Prismm to create clear task plans for the Event Assistant Team. Develop and implement training programs focused on event setup procedures, customer service, safety protocols, and facility standards. Conduct routine walkthroughs before and during events to identify and address safety hazards, facility risks, or accessibility concerns. Facility & Resource Coordination: Oversee inventory of event equipment and supplies; coordinate preventive maintenance and minor repairs. Maintain accurate records of equipment usage and condition; recommend equipment upgrades or replacements as needed. Serve as the primary administrator for 7 Point Ops, managing system configurations, user permissions, and workflow optimizations. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to confirm logistics, last-minute changes, and special accommodations. Administration & Supervision: Recruit, train, schedule and supervise student Event Assistants, ensuring coverage across multiple venues. Approve student time and attendance using PIRATEtime and maintain detailed records of training, performance evaluations, and incidents. Lead regular staff meetings and training sessions to reinforce policies, safety protocols, and performance standards. Enforce department policies and procedures to maintain consistent service quality and accountability. Assist the CRO Director with budget planning by providing data on staffing, equipment needs, and operational improvements.
Minimum Education/Experience	Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation	None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	Experience in facility operations and venue logistics. Event management experience, preferably in a university or large venue setting.
License or Certification required by the Department	None
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date	08/19/2025
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.	08/27/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/88493
Alternate option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
Nondiscrimination Statement	East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment	Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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 highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.