What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Planner position at University of Nebraska at Omaha?
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
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Job Title
Event Planner
Job Grade
AB15S
Division
Office of the Chancellor
College/Dept
Strategic Marketing and Communication
Department
Events
Requisition Number
2025-00150
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100.00
Work Schedule
40 hour work week, plus some evenings and weekends.
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
No
Pay Information
$52,000
Pay Schedule
Annually
FLSA Designation
Exempt
Position Summary
Under direction of the Director of Events, the Event Planner will provide assistance and professional expertise in the planning and implementation of high-level events and functions sponsored by the University of Nebraska Omaha. The Event Planner will work collaboratively as a member of the Office of Strategic Marketing & Communications, faculty, staff, and other members of the campus community to plan high quality events and functions. They will help to identify and facilitate discussion and decisions about issues affecting campus events; and will ensure that high standards, and/or other campus-wide priorities are reflected in the planning and presentation of events.
Events Planner will be responsible for managing all aspects of event execution for a number of events produced by the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications. Event examples this position will have a role in will include Commencement Ceremonies, Forums, Symposiums, Convocations, and Chancellor Events.
The Event Planner will be required to be on-site at their assigned events plus any additional events the events team may need assistance with. Hours may include evenings and weekends.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Event Planning & Analysis
Duties:
- Provide professional expertise and direction in the planning and execution of high-quality events and functions, identify and facilitate discussion and decisions about issues affecting events, and ensure that campus-wide priorities are reflected in the planning and presentation of events.
- Create memorable program experiences that make consistent, positive contributions to the recruitment and retention of students and the overall quality of student/campus life at UNO.
- Maintain highly professional standards and procedures for production of events in keeping with the image and reputation of the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
- Prepare pre- and post-event analysis and assess opportunities and make recommendations for improving service to internal and external constituencies and implement those improvements as appropriate.
Percentage Of Time
25
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Event Production, Management and Consultation
Duties:
- Collaborate with campus partners to understand event goals and outcomes. Provide regular updates to collaborators to discuss project status and an opportunity for stakeholder feedback.
- Provide direction in the execution of high-quality events and ceremonies that help to create a vibrant, engaged campus community, and advance campus priorities.
- Develop productive working relationships with campus partners, vendors and the community.
Percentage Of Time
25
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Supervision
Duties:
This position does not supervise direct reports, but the Event Planner will be expected to effectively manage and communicate with event volunteers, clients and team members.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Financial Management
Duties:
Prepare, manage, and monitor event budgets, anticipating costs of production, technical, and promotional needs. Clarify funding source for all events.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Communications and Marketing
Duties:
Partner with the Office of Strategic Marketing & Communications to develop promotional strategies for campus events.
Percentage Of Time
20
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Other Duties as Assigned
Duties:
Other duties as assigned that support MarComm’s full team.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree
Required Experience
One-year experience in Event Planning, Communications, Copywriting, Journalism, Marketing, or related fields.
Required License/Certification
NA
Required Additional Qualifications:
NA
Preferred Education
NA
Preferred Experience
Two years’ progressive professional experience in Event Planning, Hospitality, Communications, Copywriting, Journalism, Marketing, or related field. Previous experience in higher education.
Preferred License/Certification
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
Salary : $52,000
