Assistant Manager, Presidential Conference Center

Job Title

Assistant Manager, Presidential Conference Center

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Presidential Conference Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who we are

In May of 1991, former President George H.W. Bush elected to make Texas A&M University home to his Presidential Library. The site of the George Bush Presidential Library Complex, which houses the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Conference Center, and the Bush School of Government and Public Service, consists of ninety acres on the West Campus of Texas A&M University. The conference center houses two auditoriums, three banquet spaces, the Political Science and Economics Library, the Bush School of Government and Public Service's Extended Education offices, and the George Bush Presidential Library Foundation offices. In March of 2003, the George Bush Presidential Conference Center was renamed the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Conference Center.

What we want 

The Assistant Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the Bush Presidential Conference Center, including scheduling and managing events, supervising staff, coordinating with service providers, and developing marketing information.

What you need to know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.  

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.  

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8AM through 5PM with additional hours in the evening and/or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Four years of customer service, event coordination, event planning, or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in in Facility Management, Hospitality Management, or related field.

• More than 2 years of experience in Event Planning or Event Coordination/Logistics.

• Event Related Certifications or Licenses; Certified Meeting Planner (CMP), Certified Venue Professional (CVP), or other related certifications/licenses.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Verbal and written communication skills. 

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Customer service oriented.

• Computer, Telephone, Basic Office Equipment, Event Equipment, Audiovisual and Lighting Equipment.

• Ability to lift, move, or handle heavy objects.

• May require bending, stooping, climbing, and/or moving

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

• Assistant Manager of the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center serves on management team with Director.

• Assumes management responsibility of Presidential Conference Center’s services and activities includ