Program Manager of Special Events

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Official Title: External Relations Program Manager

Working Title: Program Manager of Special Events

FTE: Full-time

Salary Range: $72,359 - $79,976

Position #00791084 – Requisition #36948

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About the University of Colorado - Denver
Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We’re the state’s premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top ranked bachelors, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners—at any stage of their life and career—for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu.  

Job Description

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

This position is an important member of the CU Denver Events team. The _____ of special events, under the supervision of the Director of University Events & Ceremonies, will be responsible for assisting with the planning, coordination, and execution of internal and external events on the CU Denver campus that impact reputation, student engagement, employee engagement, and general business operations. This will include major university events and ceremonies such as fall and spring commencement, CU Denver Block Party, New Student Welcome, end of the year recognitions and celebrations, among others. Additionally, the position will serve as the primary scheduler in the event reservation system (EMS) to view and manage meeting & event space requests for the locations our office oversees. They will also assist to manage the events and commencement emails to ensure efficient and correct communication with our constituents. 

 This position requires autonomy, high attention to detail, communication, critical thinking, decision-making ability, resourcefulness, and diplomacy. The _____ of special events will