STUDENT - Special Event Manager

Special Events Manager

Come join the Conference and Events Services Team as a Special Events Manager!

Must possess outstanding problem solving, communication and customer service skills.

Must be flexible and collaborative and willing to work with a variety of clients (faculty, students and staff) and accommodate their event related requests.

Oversee and manage events planned by the Conference and Event Services office staff.

Assist service providing departments/individuals in the provision of services as requested in the event summary.

Ensure the delivery of services requested for an event, including but not limited to set-up, audio-visual service, catering, parking, security, etc.

Be prepared to assist in providing set-up, audio-visual and other event related equipment or services as is necessary.

Resolve any on-site logistical issues regarding services as outlined in the event summary.

Assist clients prior to and during events making sure that their event needs are met.

Maintain a safe and secure environment for all people attending an event.

Educate others and enforce college policies that may be related to the event and/or use of the facilities.

Document and evaluate each event for information as well as planning purposes for the full-time staff.

Understand how to use 25Live scheduling system for advanced search functions to access meeting and event location and time information.

Attend weekly meetings, as well as training several times each semester and in the fall and spring, prior to the start of classes.

Ability to work late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Must be able to do all of the above independently with little to no direct supervision.

Pay Rate: $16.00

Hiring Manager: Peter Alario

Ithaca College's student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at View email address on click.appcast.io.

For more information about student employment or specific job inquiries, visit our website or contact the hiring manager listed on the job posting.

Job Identification 2872

Job Category Student

Posting Date 07/27/2026, 04:29 PM

Apply Before 07/27/2027, 04:00 AM

Job Schedule Part-time

Locations 953 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850, US