Event Operations Manager, UNLV Student Union & Event Services R0149246

Event Operations Manager, UNLV Student Union & Event Services [R0149246]

Base pay range: $77,624.00/yr - $87,000.00/yr

• Complete the application process online. All required attachments must be submitted before the Final date to receive applications.
• Required attachments:
  Cover Letter, CV/Resume, and 3 professional references.
• Applications will be accepted only until the recruiting period closes. Closed applications will no longer be accepted.

• Report to the Associate Director of Facilities & Operations.
• Oversee all internal event-related operations for Student Union & Event Services (SUES) managed facilities as contracted between SUES and clients.
• Managing operations and staffing budgets, including projecting operational needs, approving purchases, monitoring spending, and making recommendations for capital projects and equipment replacement schedules.
• Responsible for all AV and equipment set‑ups within the student union (30+ spaces), outdoor venues (10+ locations), and various locations around campus (ex: TAC, FND) for 1,000+ events annually.
• Develop, propose, and implement policies and procedures for the event operations area.
• Ensure compliance with department and university policies, fire/life/occupational safety, security, and risk management requirements.
• Lead the setup, operation, and strike of event equipment such as AV, tables, chairs, dance floors, trashcans, and other SUES equipment, as well as outside vendor rentals.
• Facilitate pre‑production and weekly scheduling meetings with SUES team and campus partners (e.g., Dining Services) to review event accuracy and implementation.
• Conduct daily venue walkthroughs to ensure equipment is properly set up, stored, and organized.
• Monitor event and client needs, providing on‑site assistance, particularly for large‑scale campus events (e.g., Homecoming, Festival of Communities).
• Coordinate effective maintenance work order system, manage improvement projects, maintain accurate equipment inventory, and administer replacement programs within budget.
• Identify growth opportunities within SUES equipment loan and check‑out programs for UNLV clients (RSOs, departments, faculty/staff).
• Manage SUES equipment rental needs for internal and external clients, ensuring accuracy, coordinating delivery, pick‑up, and processing invoices against POs.
• Directly supervise the full‑time Event Operations Coordinator & Event Technology Coordinator, Graduate Assistant for Event Operations & Technical Services, and indirectly supervise 60‑70 student staff—responsible for hiring, training, evaluation, and daily supervision.
• Evening and weekend work required, with 24/7 emergency on‑call response as necessary (within 30 minutes).

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;
minimum three (3) years of full‑time and/or graduate assistant experience in event operations, audio/visual, event production, and/or event planning;
three (3) years of direct supervision experience of student and/or full‑time staff. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

• Master’s degree
• Experience with audio/visual equipment
• Experience supervising full‑time staff
• Experience working in student unions and higher education
• Experience with strategic planning and department/area planning

• Competitive total rewards package including: paid time off, sick leave, and holidays; excellent health insurance (medical, dental, vision); comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education schools (including spouses, domestic partners, and dependents).
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts.
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts.
• Rebel Card discounts on and off campus.
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost.
• Opportunities for career advancement to leadership roles.
• Onboarding program:
  Rebels:
  Onboard.
• Veteran support resources; contact vetjobseekers.

All candidates must pass a background screening.

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