What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Event Planner position at Purdue University?
Req Id : 34812
Job Title : Lead Event Planner
City : West Lafayette
Job Description : Job Summary
Conferences & Event Design manages over 200 conferences and events annually. As Lead Event Planner, this position plans and execute a roster of complex programs and events, serves as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor for clients. This position leads a team of Event Planners and set the standard for event planning team in the areas of customer service, ensuring high return on value to customers through a quality experience. Advise the Event Planners assigned to meet individual and departmental goals. Create and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders and vendors on campus and in the community.
This is a dual level position where the hiring manager will determine the level commensurate with the education and experience of the chosen candidate.
About Us :
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
What We're Looking For :
Education and Experience Needed :
- Bachelor's degree with college coursework in Hospitality Management (the events, conferences, and / or meetings and special events industry)
- Minimum four (4) years of experience within hospitality in events and sales
- Consideration will be given to a candidate with relevant experience, in lieu of a degree
Preferred :
Skills Needed :
Additional Information :
Career Stream
Professional 4
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines :
EOE / AA
Purdue University is an EOE / AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
