Title: Events Manager

Department Org: Event Management - 114190

Employee Classification: U1 - Unclassified PSA FT

Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association

Primary Location: MC AD

Shift:  1

Start Time:  8:15 a.m   End Time:  5:00 p.m

Posted Salary: 60,379

Float: True

Weekend/Holiday: True

Job Description:

The Auxiliary Services Events Manager provides leadership, coordination, and oversight for University special events, conferences, and related support services. The role ensures high‑quality, customer‑focused event experiences that advance the academic mission, strengthen campus engagement, and support revenue‑generating opportunities.

Serving as the central resource for event planning and execution, the Events Manager oversees scheduling, logistics, and operational processes while collaborating with campus partners and external clients.

Key responsibilities include strategic leadership for campus events, operational oversight, developing and monitoring event management budget, and delivery of exceptional customer service. The Events Manager plays a visible role representing the department across University committees and community partnerships.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in hotel, hospitality, event management, or related field, or combination of equivalent experience and training.
• 4 or more years in a higher education setting preferred.
• Preferred 6 years’ experience in conferences and event planning.
• Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience.
• Event Management System software experience, preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. 

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request. 

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.