Job Details

Assistant Event Manager

Position Number: 9851289
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Conference and Events Administration

Assistant Event Manager

Job Summary

Provide on-site operational and logistical planning support for events held but not limited to the Rice-Eccles Stadium and Jon M. Huntsman to help ensure a smooth, organized and well execution of the event. Responsibilities include assisting with event planning logistics, proper event execution, updating signage, and handling all other duties as assigned. Assist with setup, teardown, and coordination with vendors and staff during live events.

Responsibilities
1. Plans, coordinates and follows-through with details for special events including social activities, conferences, educational seminars, receptions, etc.
2. Maintains a financial accounting and cost analysis report for each individual event. May monitor financial records for donations and grants.
3. Manages events on-site and provides assistance to attendees and faculty members.
4. Assists supervisors in evaluating program effectiveness and making adjustments for future events.
5. Responds to questions and phone calls from event participants, faculty members, etc. Makes travel arrangements for visitors.
6. Maintains files, records and a computer database on event details and participants.
7. Makes physical arrangements such as scheduling, catering, creating advertising materials, transportation, ordering event supplies and equipment, compiling course materials, etc.
8. May participate in the preparation of accreditation reports and reviews.
9. May oversee the activities of clerical support staff as they relate to specific events.
10. May manage office supplies and equipment and act as a liaison with vendors.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires little to no related experience.

Preferences
Preferred 1 year of Event planning experience. Customer Service experience. Ability to work within a team environment. Must be able to work late evenings, holidays and weekends as needed per events. Experience with Microsoft and Adobe programs.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN17492N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary: Variable plus events
Department: 00842 - Rice-Eccles Stadium
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $15.00/h
Close Date: 12/02/2026
Open Until Filled:

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