Manager, University Event Scheduling and Special Projects

Manager, University Event Scheduling And Special Projects

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Department : University Event Scheduling

Time Type : Full time

Job Type : Regular

FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Modality : Hybrid 01 (On Campus 3-4 Days / Week)

Union : SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division. That means the terms and conditions of your employment are governed by university policy (including the Staff Personnel Policies Manual) and any collective bargaining agreement entered into between American University and SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.

Job Description

Summary :

The Manager, University Event Scheduling and Special Projects, serves as the cross-departmental leader for University event scheduling practices campus-wide. This individual develops, implements and trains staff across all divisions on event contracting and scheduling procedures. This individual directly processes, contracts and coordinates resources and approvals for complex University and Hosted External events. This position also manages key special projects including Advance Scheduling (the annual pre-assignment of Cabinet-approved priority programs across all University facilities). This individual supports end user access and training for the University enterprise system for space scheduling; and provides back-up as needed for University Center facility operations.

Essential Functions :

• Processes, draws contracts, and coordinates resources and approvals daily for complex University and Hosted External events.
• Coordinates and facilitates meetings with event planners and campus resource providers to help customers and mitigate University risk.
• Initiates and finalizes contracts and invoices for use of University space and resources ensuring receipts of payment and insurance.
• Effectively evaluates University resource needs and provides guidance to customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Manages the annual Advance Scheduling Process, coordinating space reservations for Cabinet-approved priority programs in Admissions, Special Events, New Student and Family Programs et al.
• Plans and implements educational outreach initiatives for improved user experience for event planners (over 1,000), space schedulers and resource providers (over 250).
• Produces and publishes content, leads workshops / trainings, and collects and analyzes feedback for continuous process improvement.
• Assists with enterprise system data maintenance, managing user access, and other data maintenance projects as needed.

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Benefits :

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

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