Posting Summary: 

The Assistant Manager, Event Services will report to the Manager of Special Events and Programs. This position is responsible for scheduling, planning, and executing non-academic events on the Camden Campus. This role ensures efficient use of campus facilities, oversees event logistics, coordinates with internal and external service providers, and maintains operational oversight. The role requires the management and execution of well-organized events that align with the university’s objectives, ensuring all activities are professionally carried out. This includes seamless coordination between clients, vendors, and campus service providers to guarantee smooth operations. 

Overview: 

Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity. 

Minimum Education & Experience: 

Bachelor’s Degree in related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience plus as additional two years of work experience. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

Proficiency in MS Excel and Word; highly computer literate with ability to master new computer software applications; excellent oral and written communication skills; must work well under pressure in a fast-paced, time-sensitive, event-driven environment with shifting priorities and multiple deadlines. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Physical Demands & Work Environment: 

Direct link to apply: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/247425