Manager, Conference Services and Pub Services

We take pride in the ever-evolving nature of our work, which transforms the lives of our students, preparing them for personal and professional success.

Rider University is consistently recognized by The Prin ceton Review and U.S. News & World Report as a best college, and as a best-value institution. With more than 100 majors, minors and programs, 19 Division I athletic teams and 150-plus clubs and organizations, Rider Broncs create their own pathways to success with the support of the University community.

Rider University invites applications for the Manager of Conference Services and Pub Services. The Manager will be responsible for the supervision and management of conference service programs, external client event management and pub services. The Manager will develop a client base and maintain an ongoing revenue stream for the university.

• Develop contracts & invoices related to space rental, overnight accommodations, and food service.
• Liaise with various University offices (e.g., Facilities Management, Residence Life, Athletics, Public Safety, and Dining Services) to plan and implement external events.
• Work with custodial and maintenance supervisors and staff to ensure satisfactory preparation of conference housing facilities.
• Manage the Pub services, staff, and external events requesting bartending services.
• Assist in creating, forecasting and reconciling all accounts and develop revenue and expenditure forecasts for the annual budget.
• Market University facilities to maximize conference and event programming.

• Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of two to three years' prior management experience in business conferences and marketing in a higher education setting preferred.
• TIPS certification
• Possess strong interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and customer service skills.
• Be self-motivated with the ability to instruct and lead.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage effectively in crises.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks required.

• Master's Degree
• 5 years' experience in conference services or hospitality management, pub management, in a higher education setting preferred.
• Marketing skills, event planning skills.

Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success.

Rider University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.