Burke Museum Development Events Manager

The Burke Museum has an outstanding opportunity for a Development Events Manager to join their team.
Reporting to the Director of Development, the Events Manager is responsible for professional and strategic management of in-person events designed to deepen engagement with the museum, including all aspects of ‘day of’ event production, overseeing event production schedules and being the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities

Provide professional and strategic management of in-person events designed to deepen engagement with the museum.
Develop and manage event logistics including budgets, timelines, guest list review and registration, venue coordination, staff volunteer management, transportation and security coordination.
Research, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts including caterers, rental companies, florists, venues, printers, mail houses, and photographers.
Manage all aspects of day of event onsite production including setup and breakdown.
Post-event, evaluate guest attendance and engagement levels, fundraising outcomes, event effectiveness and improvement opportunities.
Manage guest services, including guests lists, intake of RSVPs.
Other Duties as Assigned

Soliciting and submit proposals for cash and in-kind sponsorships.
Auction duties, university policy compliance.
Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and two years of experience in donor relations, development, public relations, or event planning, or equivalent education and/or experience.
Desired Qualifications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and keen attention to detail.
Ability to adapt quickly, work independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate complexities of a large institution to achieve desired results.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience working with auction tracking software.
Experience working in an institution of higher education and/or a museum.
Experience working with a membership-based organization.
Working Conditions

Ability to work a flexible schedule that occasionally involves work on weekends and holidays.
Ability to work in an environment visible to the public with visual and audible distractions.
Must be able to stand for 2–4 hours at a time.
Ability to lift 40–45 pounds.
Ability to travel independently to local or regional locations.
A satisfactory outcome from criminal background verification is required prior to hire.
Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: $76,800.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum: $81,600.00 annual
Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Employment Details

Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?: This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable
EEO Statement

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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