Boston University Questrom School of Business is seeking motivated and driven candidates for the Events Specialist role. Candidates will be well versed in the events industry and eager to build a career in the field of event planning. Questrom's Events and Conferences unit produces a variety of events including conferences, networking events, social events, graduation ceremonies, and more. This is a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Questrom Events and Conferences is committed to exceptional event delivery and bringing our clients events to life.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in the events industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education.
• Knowledge of event platforms including Social Tables and CVENT.
• Knowledge of the events industry including trends, design, and safety.
• Optional portfolio of past event work

Scheduling:

• The business hours for Questrom Events and Conferences are Monday through Friday from 9:00am-5:30pm. Events and programs can and will be scheduled outside of these hours, including weekends. •Compensatory time is provided for events that fall outside of the units business hours.

_We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. _

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in the events industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education.
• Knowledge of event platforms including Social Tables and CVENT.
• Knowledge of the events industry including trends, design, and safety.
• Optional portfolio of past event work

Scheduling:

• The business hours for Questrom Events and Conferences are Monday through Friday from 9:00am-5:30pm. Events and programs can and will be scheduled outside of these hours, including weekends. •Compensatory time is provided for events that fall outside of the units business hours.

_We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. _