Cal Performances is seeking a full time Special Events Manager.

As an integral member of Cal Performances’ development team, the Special Events Manager oversees a comprehensive annual program of 30–40 events each year, including behind-the-scenes events, intermission receptions, home concerts, donor dinners, open rehearsals, and Cal Performances’ annual gala. The position is responsible for effectively planning, organizing, and executing events of varying sizes and complexity, with a major focus on managing logistical elements such as caterers, vendors, facilities, A/V, awards, and rentals, as well as the creation of event timelines, invite lists, invitations, and other communications. This position works in a highly collaborative context and must excel at understanding and implementing the vision, objectives, and expectations of multiple internal and external stakeholders.

This position works closely with Cal Performances’ development team, artistic staff, and executive and artistic director to create events and experiences that build community, share our vision, strengthen relationships, and inspire philanthropy. This position must be adept at working in a fast-paced environment with multiple, evolving priorities, and must operate with thorough knowledge of University systems, policies, and procedures. The consequences of errors or oversights are extremely serious and can result in non-compliance with federal, state, and campus regulations. The incumbent is required to practice excellent judgment, interpersonal communication, and political acumen.

Under the direction of the Director, Individual Giving and Special Events and in close collaboration with team members across the institution, the Special Events Manager plans and executes a wide range of member and donor events in support of Cal Performances’ annual fundraising goals, including open rehearsals, member tours, receptions, private concerts, and cultivation and stewardship dinners. The Special Events Manager is responsible for coordinating all logistical aspects of the annual Cal Performances Gala.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for full UC Benefits. The budgeted salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $67,000 to $78,000 annually.

How to Apply:

Please visit https://jobs.berkeley.edu/ (search by the Job ID (#54893) for more information and to apply.  You can also use the following DIRECTIONS:

DIRECTIONS:

1. Select the link to access our careers site. 

2. Sign In to access your account or if you are not an existing user select the New User link to create one. 

3. Review the job description and select the Apply button to begin your application.

https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=54893&PostingSeq=1