Events Specialist I

WashU IT

Events Specialist managing programming and events operations at Olin Business. Collaborating with staff and faculty for successful planning and execution of various events.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeWashington • Montana, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $23 - $36 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support all programing and events operations including high-caliber signature events, internal and external audiences, faculty conferences, seminars, graduation ceremonies
Manage the event process from start to finish including logistics, communications, and budget
Collaborate with staff and faculty to determine event type and scale
Conduct planning meetings and evaluations
Manage event logistics including set-up, tear-down, registration, audio-visual, food, and beverage
Research potential venues and negotiate contracts
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
2 Years of Event And/Or Meeting Planning experience
Skills: Not Applicable
A driver’s license is not required for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan starting at 7%
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs, employee assistance program (EAP)
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us

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Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationlogistics managementevent planningbudget managementnegotiationevaluationorganization