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Events DC

Senior Event Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

The Senior Event Manager provides professional customer services in the Event & Convention Services Department of the Convention Management Division. The Senior Event Manager manages the success of ...

Events DC

Senior Event Manager

Washington, DC

The Senior Event Manager provides professional customer services in the Event & Convention Services Department of the Convention Management Division. The Senior Event Manager manages the success of ...

Delta Sigma Theta Inc

Events Specialist

Washington, DC · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Position Purpose and Summary Under the direction of the Senior Event Manager, the Events Specialist will be primarily engaged in coordinating a range of projects that focus on the efficient and ...

Compass Group

Event Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Ability to establish credibility with senior culinary professionals * 3-5 years' experience in a hospitality management environment (preferably in an off-premise catering environment) * The ability ...

Compass Group

Event Manager

Washington, DC

$60K - $65K/yr

Ability to establish credibility with senior culinary professionals * 3-5 years' experience in a hospitality management environment (preferably in an off-premise catering environment) * The ability ...

Occasions

Event Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Ability to establish credibility with senior culinary professionals * 3-5 years' experience in a hospitality management environment (preferably in an off-premise catering environment) * The ability ...

Compass Group

Event Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Ability to establish credibility with senior culinary professionals * 3-5 years' experience in a hospitality management environment (preferably in an off-premise catering environment) * The ability ...

Seneca Holdings

Event Manager

Chantilly, VA

Minimum 5 years of event planning experience , including 3 years supporting senior-level (General Officer / SES / Corporate) events . * Experience managing federal government events or equivalent.

Pinstripes

Sr Event Sales Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

As the Senior Event Sales Manager , you will report directly to the National Director of Sales while being accountable to the VP of Event Sales & Business Development. While you will collaborate with ...

Pinstripes

Sr Event Sales Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

As the Senior Event Sales Manager , you will report directly to the National Director of Sales while being accountable to the VP of Event Sales & Business Development. While you will collaborate with ...

Pinstripes

Sr Event Sales Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

As the Senior Event Sales Manager , you will report directly to the National Director of Sales while being accountable to the VP of Event Sales & Business Development. While you will collaborate with ...

Marriott

Director of Event Operations

Washington, DC · On-site

Core area of responsibility is the event operation team, including the Senior Banquet Managers, Banquet Managers, Senior Event Service Managers, Event Service Managers, Event Technology and ...

Marriott

Senior Events Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

JOB SUMMARY Prepares all event documentation and coordinates with Sales, property departments and ... Supports and acts on behalf of the Director of Event Management or Director of Event Planning and ...

Marriott

Director of Event Operations

Washington, DC · On-site

Core area of responsibility is the event operation team, including the Senior Banquet Managers, Banquet Managers, Senior Event Service Managers, Event Service Managers, Event Technology and ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr event manager in Washington is $71,052.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $84,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Sr Event Manager job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,052 per year, or $34.2 per hour.

Senior Event Manager

Washington, DC • On-site

Events DC
Convention and Trade Show Organizers • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description


The Senior Event Manager provides professional customer services in the Event & Convention Services Department of the Convention Management Division. The Senior Event Manager manages the success of meetings and conventions requiring facilities of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center by independently coordinating and directing the delivery of services to large conventions, exhibitions and consumer shows. The Senior Event Manager may also be assigned to stand alone meetings, banquets and consumer shows. Work is performed under the general direction of Director, Convention Management Division.
Responsibilities
  • Reviews lessee's license agreement to ensure dates, times, leased space and equipment provided are accurate and contractual provisions are fulfilled.
  • Directs show services staff and contractors in delivering services for meetings and events and resolves event-related problems.
  • Coordinates efforts of caterers, decorators, audio-visual, Meeting Services staff, etc., when organizing set-up requirements and client specifications.
  • Acts as primary Events DC point-of-contact for show managers and implements the specifications and requirements for Events DC provided services.
  • In conjunction with WCTC and Events DC Sales Teams, conducts tours of the facilities for potential customers, provides expertise and consultation regarding facility capabilities and determines the needs of the potential event.
  • Directs and participates in the pre-event planning, reviewing any past history of the event, initiating correspondence and conferences with show management, their suppliers, and Events DC staff.
  • Assists in the compilation and review of event and contractor charges with appropriate Events DC staff and show management, and reviews documentation for invoice preparation.
  • Prepares schedules and meeting room specifications illustrating the event requirements.
  • Reviews and approves customer/service contractor floor plans.
  • Ensures the availability of all equipment contracted for customer's use.
  • Ensures compliance with all facility and appropriate governmental rules and regulations by the show management and all service providers working on the event.
  • Conducts post-event critiques with show management.
  • Participates in the training of entry-level Event Managers.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business Administration, Public Relations, Hospitality or Hotel Management, or a related field; AND
  • Four (4) years of significant customer-oriented hospitality industry experience preferably in a convention hotel, conference or convention center, or significant operating experience with multi-management of meetings and/or expositions.
  • Any equivalent combination of related experience, training, and/or education.

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