Senior Event Planner Job at Purdue University in West Lafayette

Overview

Purdue University – West Lafayette, IN is seeking an experienced event planning professional to join Purdue Conferences in a senior role that defines standards of excellence university-wide. As a Senior Event Planner, you will plan and execute a diverse roster of complex programs and events, delivering exceptional value and memorable experiences to clients, while setting the bar for customer service and team performance at Purdue.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the planning and execution of high-profile, multi-faceted programs and events across the Purdue community, ensuring every detail reflects the Boilermaker spirit and a commitment to quality
• Serve as a coach and mentor for lower-level Event Planners, modeling best practices and providing expert guidance in all aspects of event planning and delivery
• Champion Purdue Conferences’ value proposition by ensuring value, service, and outstanding customer experience in every engagement
• Build and maintain productive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including campus units and community vendors, to expand Purdue’s reach and reputation
• Set the standard for the event planning team through your leadership, client service, and partnership approach

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated success planning and managing large-scale, complex events in a university, hospitality, or corporate setting
• Proven leadership and mentoring capability, with experience coaching junior team members
• Passion for customer service and a commitment to exceeding expectations
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with a talent for building relationships on and off campus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work within a team environment and collaborate
• Ability to create, manage and close project budgets

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Four (4) years in hospitality industry
• A Valid Driver’s license is required

Skills Needed

• Excellent project management skills are essential
• Attention to detail, multi-tasking and ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Work with diverse clients to design their vision and produce exceptional conferences which meet those expectations
• Effective oral and written communication and computer skills are required
• Evening, weekend and travel are required for this position
• Ability to work within a team environment and collaborate
• Create, manage and close project budgets

Preferred

• Knowledge of the University organization, policies, procedures, and regulations

Additional Information

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Information

• Career Stream: Professional 3
• Pay Band: S065
• Job Code: #20002948

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.