Events and Project Manager

University of South Florida College of Nursing is seeking a detail‑oriented Events and Project Manager for its Marketing and Communications team. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of post‑high‑school education and experience totaling eight years. Degree equivalency under Senate Bill 1310: Senate Bill 1310 - The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.

• a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Related work experience may not substitute for required licensure, certification, or registration. Minimum qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from Senate Bill 1310. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Familiarity with project management platforms, including Monday.com. Experience coordinating multiple events simultaneously. Close attention to detail and follow-through. Ability to foster teamwork; collaborative, service‑oriented approach. Performs work under minimal supervision. Ability to lead project teams and consistently meet deliverable deadlines. Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline‑driven environment. Performs complex tasks typically following established processes. Excellent oral and written communication skills; focused on customer and client satisfaction. Excellent project management and organizational skills. Preferred Requirement Professional experience at an academic health center, university or health care system. Working Conditions Environment - Typical indoor environment/office setting. Physical Requirements - climbing, standing, stooping, and/or typing; ability to lift up to 20 lbs as needed. Travel - Ability to travel to other USF campuses and/or other locations as requested. Benefits Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and life insurance plans; retirement plan options; employee and dependent tuition programs; generous leave; and additional employee perks and discounts. Event Management Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and execute College of Nursing internal events, including faculty and staff events, pinning ceremonies, workshops, and other internal programs in coordination with appropriate College of Nursing and/or University of South Florida partners. Manage all logistical elements of events, including timelines, run-of-show documents, venue coordination, catering, audiovisual needs, accessibility accommodations, and on‑site support. Serve as the primary event contact for internal stakeholders, vendors, and university partners. Develop and manage event budgets; track expenses and ensure fiscal responsibility. Ensure events align with USF and College of Nursing branding, tone, and institutional standards. Partner with marketing and communications colleagues to ensure events support broader messaging and strategic initiatives. Support event‑related communications, including invitations, signage, presentations, and internal promotional materials. Coordinate the capture of event content (photos, video, quotes) for internal communications and future marketing use. Project Management Responsibilities Manage multiple marketing and communications projects simultaneously, from planning through completion. Use Monday.com to build project plans, manage workflows, assign tasks, track deadlines, and communicate progress. Coordinate closely with marketing and communications team members, faculty, staff, vendors, and campus partners. Proactively identify risks, adjust timelines, and resolve issues to ensure successful project delivery. Conduct post‑event evaluations to assess effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. Maintain documentation, templates, and best practices to improve efficiency and consistency across events and projects. Lead project status meetings to ensure communication among team members. Work with vendors as needed for project completion, including printers, freelancers, etc. Establish standard operating procedures that guide work, including project intake, approvals, etc. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal‑opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Reasonable Accommodation Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodations in the application process. A request must be made at least five working days prior to the time the accommodation is needed. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to Family and Medical Leave Act benefits as applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of South Florida