Admissions Event Manager, Admissions Office

Admissions

The Office of Admissions is looking for a fun, energetic and detail-oriented Admissions Events Manager to join our Events Team.

Our Events Team is responsible for coordinating events to welcome prospective students, families and high school counselors to Mizzou and inform them about the college process. We highlight the best that campus has to offer and work closely in a team environment with Admissions staff, faculty, departments, Mizzou alumni and other campus stakeholders.

The Admissions Events Manager position has the primary responsibility of coordinating Mizzou student recruitment events both on and off campus, ranging from 20-800 people. This position will attend all in-state and some out-of-state events with some overnight travel. Coordination responsibilities include working with venues, outside vendors and transportation. In addition, they will provide marketing support and coordinate production of invitations, programs, presentations and other visual materials as necessary for their events. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office is preferred.

This position also supports Mizzou's academic units with the high-level planning of their student recruitment events and admitted student days. Establishing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with university departments and external relationships, including high schools, hotels and corporate offices, catering companies, alumni and non-profit organizations will be required.

This position reports to the Associate Director of Admissions and shares in the management of Admissions support services and assists with interviewing, hiring and training of student staff and interns. They will also contribute to long-term planning regarding student recruitment processes, communications and the recruitment event calendar.

A valid driver's license and the ability to lift 50 pounds is required. Extensive evening and weekend hours are necessary and limited overnight travel is required.

8-5, Monday-Friday with extensive evening and weekend hours.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Two or more years of experience in recruiting, marketing or other highly interactive promotional field is required.

Initiative, creativity, and the ability to work in a flexible environment preferred. Strong attention to detail is crucial for this position.

Salary Range: $51,875-$60,000 yearly

Grade: GGS-9E

University Title: Manager Event Services

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Cover letter and resume highlighting relevant education and experience.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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