St. John's University
Overview
Event Manager for Conference Services Administrative/Professional → Facilities Location: Queens, NY ID: 219778-951 Employment: Full-Time/Regular St. John’s University details: St. John’s, established in 1870, has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship, and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of online programs, and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations. A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to inclusive excellence and leadership in the competencies and values needed for service in a rapidly evolving world. Job Details
Department: Conference Services Specific Job Title: Event Manager Reports to: Director of Conference Services Campus: Queens, Manhattan Job Summary: The Conference Services Event Manager is responsible for executing departmental sales, marketing, and management of conference meeting room, summer overnight accommodations, and dining logistics. The Event Manager will be accountable for developing strong rapport with existing external clients to ensure long-term business. Responsibilities
Achieve individual conference services sales revenue goals. Provide exceptional customer service for meeting room and summer overnight conference event space requests to ensure events run smoothly and successfully. Process contract negotiations and execution. Execute Marketing Plan for campus meeting spaces and summer overnight accommodations. Maintain sales lead pipeline and track potential business. Support all event and conference logistics: housing room assignments, meeting room logistics, dining guarantees, and check-in/out procedures. Provide invoices and collect payments. Competencies
Ability to work effectively under pressure, solve problems and adjust quickly to changing situations and requirements. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, develop and execute both large and small-scale events. Provide high quality customer service. Excellent oral, written communication and organizational skills. Experience with computer software and support systems. Supervisory Responsibility
This position manages student staff and summer temporary staff and is responsible for the hiring and performance management of 5–10 employees. Work Environment
Professional office environment on a university campus. The busiest season is May through mid-August; vacations are very limited during this time. Physical Demands
Occasionally required to stand, move about, sit, climb stairs, and communicate. May occasionally lift or move up to 20 lbs. Environmental Conditions
Professional office environment on a university campus. Position Type/Hours
During the academic year, Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and Fridays 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m., with some evening and weekend hours. During the summer, hours are similar with more evening and weekend hours. On-call overnight duties on a rotating basis are required. Travel
Some travel out-of-area and overnight travel may be required. Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or a related field. 3–7 years of related event sales and management within Hospitality Management or Conference Services. Experience with event business development and sales. Space management software experience. Preferred Education and Experience
Certified Meeting Planner Master’s Degree Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time, with or without notice. Salary and Benefits
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual/hourly salary range for this position is $83,600. St. John’s University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate’s experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. St. John’s provides a competitive compensation program and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, tuition remission, 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and generous paid time off. Faculty and staff can also enjoy university amenities such as performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, verification of employment and education. St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Event Manager for Conference Services Administrative/Professional → Facilities Location: Queens, NY ID: 219778-951 Employment: Full-Time/Regular St. John’s University details: St. John’s, established in 1870, has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship, and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of online programs, and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations. A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to inclusive excellence and leadership in the competencies and values needed for service in a rapidly evolving world. Job Details
Department: Conference Services Specific Job Title: Event Manager Reports to: Director of Conference Services Campus: Queens, Manhattan Job Summary: The Conference Services Event Manager is responsible for executing departmental sales, marketing, and management of conference meeting room, summer overnight accommodations, and dining logistics. The Event Manager will be accountable for developing strong rapport with existing external clients to ensure long-term business. Responsibilities
Achieve individual conference services sales revenue goals. Provide exceptional customer service for meeting room and summer overnight conference event space requests to ensure events run smoothly and successfully. Process contract negotiations and execution. Execute Marketing Plan for campus meeting spaces and summer overnight accommodations. Maintain sales lead pipeline and track potential business. Support all event and conference logistics: housing room assignments, meeting room logistics, dining guarantees, and check-in/out procedures. Provide invoices and collect payments. Competencies
Ability to work effectively under pressure, solve problems and adjust quickly to changing situations and requirements. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, develop and execute both large and small-scale events. Provide high quality customer service. Excellent oral, written communication and organizational skills. Experience with computer software and support systems. Supervisory Responsibility
This position manages student staff and summer temporary staff and is responsible for the hiring and performance management of 5–10 employees. Work Environment
Professional office environment on a university campus. The busiest season is May through mid-August; vacations are very limited during this time. Physical Demands
Occasionally required to stand, move about, sit, climb stairs, and communicate. May occasionally lift or move up to 20 lbs. Environmental Conditions
Professional office environment on a university campus. Position Type/Hours
During the academic year, Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and Fridays 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m., with some evening and weekend hours. During the summer, hours are similar with more evening and weekend hours. On-call overnight duties on a rotating basis are required. Travel
Some travel out-of-area and overnight travel may be required. Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or a related field. 3–7 years of related event sales and management within Hospitality Management or Conference Services. Experience with event business development and sales. Space management software experience. Preferred Education and Experience
Certified Meeting Planner Master’s Degree Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time, with or without notice. Salary and Benefits
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual/hourly salary range for this position is $83,600. St. John’s University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate’s experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. St. John’s provides a competitive compensation program and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, tuition remission, 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and generous paid time off. Faculty and staff can also enjoy university amenities such as performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, verification of employment and education. St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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