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Event Manager | Full-Time | Rupp Arena

Lexington, KY · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

This role pays an annual salary of $50,000 - $55,000 Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental ... running. * Review emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each event. * Verify that ...

Union Square Events

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

Washington, DC · On-site

$30/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time RUNNER position. * Location : JW Marriott - 1331 ... We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of ...

Union Square Events

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$15/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time RUNNER positions. * Location : Moss New York - 520 5th ... We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of ...

AEG

Event Manager | Full-Time | Regions Arena

Mobile, AL · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) ... running. * Review emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each event. * Create and ...

Restaurant Associates

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$25/hr

* We have an opening for full time RUNNER positions. * Location: 20 Hudson Yards, 5th Floor, New York ... Monday - Friday, open availability is preferred, evenings needed for events. More details upon ...

Compass Group

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

Washington, DC · On-site

$30/hr

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Compass Group

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

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$30/hr

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Compass Group

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

New York, NY

$15/hr

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Compass Group

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$15/hr

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Restaurant Associates

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20/hr

* We have an opening for a full time RUNNER position. * Location: BlackRock - 50 Hudson Yards 2nd ... Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering ...

Restaurant Associates

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$23/hr

* We have an opening for a full time RUNNER position. * Location: Conde Nast - 1 World Trade Center ... Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering ...

Restaurant Associates

RUNNER (FULL TIME)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20/hr

* We have an opening for a full time RUNNER position. * Location: BlackRock - 50 Hudson Yards, 2nd ... Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering ...

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Event Manager | Full-Time | Rupp Arena

AEG

Lexington, KY • On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage every aspect of assigned events from advance planning through the end of the event.

  • Hire, train, schedule, and manage necessary event staff, and oversee building security and interactions with public safety officials.

  • Coordinate communication between event staff/security, create event plans, and ensure customer and lessee satisfaction.

Job description

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Overview
The Event Manager will manage every aspect of their assigned events from the advance planning stages through the end of the event; hire, train, schedule, and manage necessary event staff; oversee building security and interact with local public safety officials to ensure events run smoothly; coordinate communication between event staff/security and delegate assignments; and be responsible for and ensure overall customer and lessee satisfaction and experience.
This role pays an annual salary of $50,000 - $55,000
Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until November 13, 2026.
Responsibilities
  • Advance, plan, service, and manage all events.
  • Act as primary client contact during all phases of event management, ascertain client requirements for event set-up, etc., to ensure the event runs as requested.
  • Provide clients with updates as necessary for each assigned event.
  • Lead site visits and meetings with clients for all assigned events.
  • Create event plans/documents and distribute them to departments with complete event information.
  • Plan, manage, and evaluate the work of various departments in coordination with event processes.
  • Function as a liaison between users of the facility and the facility staff.
  • Coordinate communication between building staff and show staff during load-in and load-out.
  • Create and distribute detailed data sheets prior to every event.
  • Provide leadership and guidance for event personnel from advance to closing and settlement of the event.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with lessees/clients, co-workers, part-time staff, contractors, patrons/public, and municipal officials.
  • Manages events in the facility, maintaining close contact with clients and venue staff to ensure successful events; follows up on all client requests, concerns, and issues during the event to ensure resolution.
  • Assist in the preparation of building to meet the requirements of upcoming events/shows.
  • Advise lessees on services available from independent contractors for events
  • Investigate and resolve event-related complaints in a professional manner, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Communicate with municipal officials, including police, fire, and medical services; event staff; and the public to ensure security of patrons and smooth event running.
  • Review emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each event.
  • Verify that event spaces have been set accurately to client specifications while staying within fire code and building policies.
  • Ensures facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures are enforced and adhered to by the client and associated vendors.
  • Anticipate problems and develop appropriate solutions.
  • Investigates, analyzes, and solves operations problems and complaints.
  • Handles operational/financial decisions and processing.
  • Assist with the completion of pre-show event financial estimates.
  • Assist with the completion of post-show event settlements.
  • Prepare cost estimates and monitor final billing.
  • Analyze challenges, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectives
  • Observes and submits maintenance request orders for repairs and damages.
  • Attend and participate in weekly operation meetings.
  • Work a flexible schedule, including long nights, early mornings, weekends & holidays as needed.
  • Maintain and manage event-related information in event management software, Momentus.
  • Complete all duties with a customer service focus through teamwork & dedication to Oak View Group's principles.
  • Recommend and evaluate required event staffing levels for various support departments.
  • Communicate with municipal officials, including police, fire, and medical services; event staff; and the public to ensure security of patrons and smooth event running.
  • Review emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each event.
  • Serve as the manager on duty as assigned and respond to any emergencies.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
  • 3-5 years of related work experience. Experience in event management in a stadium, arena, convention center, or public assembly facility setting preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related field.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of crowd management and control techniques.
  • Knowledge of customer service practices.
  • Knowledge of principles of management, scheduling, and training employees.
  • Work independently exercising judgment and initiative with minimal supervision.
  • Maintain an effective working relationship with employees and others encountered through the course of employment.
  • Excellent organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
  • Ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills.
  • Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
  • Work effectively under pressure and/or a stringent schedule and produce accurate results.
  • Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
  • Operate standard office equipment and personal computer using MS Windows, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS Word.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects; perform climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and stooping. Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.
  • Ability to work irregular hours that may vary, including daytime, evening, weekends, and holidays.
  • Experience in event management software (Momentus) preferred, but not required.
  • Experience in CAD preferred, but not required.
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Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992

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