Washington State University · 17 hours ago
Event and Advisory Board Manager
Pullman, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$4,943/mo - $6,912/mo
3+ years expWashington State University is seeking an Event and Advisory Board Manager to advance the mission and strategic priorities of the Carson College of Business. The role involves designing and delivering impactful events, managing the college's advisory board, and fostering collaboration among various stakeholders to enhance community engagement and philanthropic efforts.
Construction
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and deliver high-impact events that engage students, alumni, donors, industry partners, and volunteers
Lead planning and execution of leadership-level events, overseeing all details from concept to on-site execution
Manage the college’s advisory board, serving as the primary liaison to foster collaboration and strengthen governance
Partner with the Carson Chief Development Officer, WSU Alumni Association, and WSU Foundation to support regional alumni programming and inspire philanthropic involvement
Take responsibility for event management, volunteer recruitment and training, securing sponsorships and in-kind donations, managing budgets, assessing risk, and evaluating outcomes
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to area of specialization and three (3) years of experience directly related to the specialty area. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis
Demonstrated evidence of successful experience in event management
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and arrange job assignments to meet deadlines
Ability to develop and publish written and web-based outreach materials
Ability and willingness work evenings and weekends as need
Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards
Experience providing excellent customer service while upholding policies
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies in a global environment
Demonstrated ability in problem solving that considers alternatives and provides flexibility
Demonstrated strong leadership skills, organizational abilities, and supervisory experience
Experience administering budgets, monitoring expenses, ensuring equipment maintenance and maintaining inventories
Preferred
Masters degree
Experience executing strategic communication plans and complex communication projects
Professional work experience in a higher education environment
Five years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified in the position description
Knowledge of university policies and procedures or experience with a similar organizational structure
Experience in the planning and execution of events in a University or public education setting
Qualified applicants for this position will be team players, possess excellent communication and customer service skills, and remain calm under pressure
Benefits
Paid sick and vacation leave
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
Retirement
Deferred compensation
Optional supplemental retirement accounts
Training and development
Employee tuition waiver
Company
Washington State University
Washington State University is a nationally recognized land-grant research university, founded in Pullman in 1890.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2007-05-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Anika Wottreng
Co-Founder and President of WSU German Club
Rachel Wong, Ph.D
Co-Founder of Summer Programming Camp for Middle School Students at WSU
Recent News
2025-08-21
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