Manager of Hospitality and Events

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Regular Full-Time Full Time BE Elsah, IL, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $57,750.00 To $67,200.00 Annually

Title: Manager of Hospitality and Events

Department/

Location:

Events & Hospitality / Elsah

Position Type: Full-Time, 12-Month

Summary

The Manager of Hospitality and Events oversees the day-to-day operations of campus events, guest services, conference support, and hospitality functions, including the Guest House. This position is responsible for coordinating logistics, supervising event staff, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and executing events and hospitality services in alignment with institutional standards. Working under the direction of the Director, the Manager ensures the smooth operation of campus venues, guest accommodations, student event staffing, and event support services while maintaining a high standard of customer service and operational excellence.

This position reports to the Director of Events & Hospitality and works closely with Student Life, Facilities, Dining Services, Media Services, Admissions, Advancement, Athletics, Academic Affairs, and the President's Office.

The Manager supervises student event staff and may oversee additional event support personnel. The position serves as a primary operational liaison with campus departments, vendors, conference organizers, and guests.

Who We Are

At our award-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education-blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of alumni and friends.

At Principia College, our globally-focused curriculum honors diverse perspectives and develops creative changemakers who use their academic skills for good in service to themselves, their communities, and the world. In-depth study meets real-world experience through study abroad programs, internships, capstone projects, and a robust slate of student activities, including a world-renowned mediation team, top-ranked solar car team, and the nation’s oldest student-run public affairs conference.

Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinates and executes the logistical aspects of campus events, conferences, meetings, and special programs.
• Serves as the operational lead for assigned events, ensuring facilities, catering, technology, transportation, equipment, signage, and staffing needs are met.
• Assists with major institutional events including Commencement, Convocation, Parent & Family Weekend, Orientation, Homecoming, speaker events, and campus traditions.
• Supports student organizations, house boards, departments, and conference groups with event planning and execution.
• Monitors event activities and provides on-site troubleshooting and problem resolution.

Hospitality & Guest Services

• Manages day-to-day operations of the Guest House and related hospitality services.
• Oversees guest reservations, check-in processes, room readiness, amenities, and service requests.
• Ensures a welcoming, professional, and high-quality experience for campus visitors, speakers,…