University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Event Manager
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee · Senior · Full-time
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About the role
- Additionally, our MBA and undergraduate programs are ranked regionally and nationally for excellence and the Lubar College hosts one of only five SAP University Competence Centers worldwide.
- Opportunities for research are abundant in this vibrant metropolitan area with both a strong presence of manufacturing and service operations.
- Milwaukee is a vibrant and diverse area on the shores of Lake Michigan with easy access to beaches, a thriving cultural scene, championship sporting events, an expansive urban parks system, and hundreds of miles of bike lanes and paths.
Responsibilities
- Identifies, proposes, and implements new or revised unit operational policies and procedures
- Within the Office of Communications, Marketing and Administrative Affairs, the Event Manager is the lead person responsible for planning, organizing, managing, executing and evaluating the College of Business' events.
- The Event Manager manages all aspects of event planning and execution, including communication with colleagues, reservations, day-of event preparation, and post-event responsibilities.
- They will manage and reconcile budget allocations and expenditures, execute the approval process, and adhere to deadlines and fiscal policies.
- The Event Manager supports faculty and staff with planning, executing and assessing a wide range of events across the college, including but not limited to, receptions, award programs, retreats, meetings, lectures, webinars, and social events.
- Maintain an event calendar and detailed planning system.
- Organize and lead primary program planning and debrief meetings.
- Create event plans and templates for all events, using Asana project management software.
- Create and distribute post-event surveys, analyze and share survey findings with all stakeholders.
- Manage and reconcile budget allocations and expenditures; recommend allocations based on expenditure history and anticipated needs; prepare summary reports and provide recommendations for funding and overall improvements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Experience communicating and working effectively with a variety of stakeholders, such as clients, colleagues, vendors, speakers, guests, or event participants.
- Some early morning, evening, or weekend event work will be required (infrequent).
Nice to have
- 5-10 years of event management experience.
- Experience managing budgets and adhering to fiscal policies.
- Experience with Workday, Asana, WordPress, and Emma (or similar html email software).
- 10/15/2026 at 11:59 PM
- Interested applicants are required to apply online and submit a resume and cover letter that addresses how their experience meets the qualifications of the position.
- PLEASE NOTE: resumes and cover letters will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application.
- In instances where the Search and Screen is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
- Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool.
Compensation
- Starting pay: $55,000. (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)
Benefits
- Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability.
- If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463.
- This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Company info
- We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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