University of South Carolina is hiring an Events Manager. The role involves coordinating, planning, and managing events such as annual conferences and career fairs, overseeing all event logistics and operations, maintaining vendor and client relationships, and implementing strategies to achieve the goals of the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management.
Highlights
Plan and execute major events including annual conferences and career fairs for the Department of Sport and Entertainment Management.
Manage event logistics such as venue selection, vendor negotiations, contracts, budgeting, and scheduling.
Collaborate with the College marketing team to promote events and boost attendance.
Oversee on-site event operations to ensure smooth execution and resolve issues promptly.
Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners for successful event delivery.
Analyze event performance and provide post-event reports with recommendations for improvement.
Require proficiency in event management software and tools.
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Starting salary range: $49,396 to $55,000 annually.
Customer base includes students, faculty, vendors, and external partners affiliated with the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by July 16, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00539PO25 Job Family | Event Management Job Function | Events USC Market Title | Events Coordinator Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132761 Job Level | P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) | Events Manager Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management Department | HRSM Sport and Entertainment Management State Pay Band | 6 Approved Starting Salary | $49,396 Advertised Salary Range | $49,396 - $55,000 Location of Vacancy | Columbia. SC Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | The standard work schedule aligns with University’s regular operating hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 5:00pm. However, flexibility to work evenings and/or weekends is required to accommodate the needs of the College. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Administrative
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | The Department of Sport and Entertainment Management (SPTE) within the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management (HRSM) seeks a dynamic and detail-oriented Events Manager. The Events Manager is responsible for coordinating, planning, and managing events including but not limited to, annual events, career fairs, and conferences. With limited supervision, the Events Manager will oversee event logistics, operations, maintaining strong relationships with third parties and vendors, provide exceptional customer services and implement strategies and outreach to meet the goals of the College.
The ideal candidate will have at least 2-5 years of experience in planning and executing successful events, with a proven track record of managing all aspects of event logistics and operations. This role requires a creative thinker with excellent organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment to deliver exceptional experiences for clients and attendees. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor Degree in a related field and 2-5 years of experience in event planning and event management. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, and proficiency in event management software and tools.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Plan, coordinate, and execute Department of Sport and Entertainment Management events from conception to completion including the annual SEVT and CSRI conferences, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives and University standards. Plan, coordinate, and execute the SEVT career fair in the fall semester and other careers fairs within Sport Management and Entertainment Management (SPTE). Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 50Job Duty | Manage event logistics, including, but not limited to, venue selection, vendor negotiations, contracts, budgeting, and scheduling. Collaborate with the College of HRSM marketing team to develop event promotion strategies and maximize attendance. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Oversee on-site event operations, ensuring smooth execution and addressing any issues that arise in a timely and professional manner. Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure successful event outcomes. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Analyze event performance and provide post-event reports with insights and recommendations for improvement. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continually enhance event offerings. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5
Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | 08/18/2025 Job Open Date | 07/03/2025 Job Close Date | 07/16/2025 Open Until Filled | No Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by July 16, 2025.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/190141 EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
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* Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience? (May graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.)
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