Austin Chamber Job

Nonprofit membership association is seeking an Special Events Manager. Primary responsibilities involve putting together signature events, recurring events including breakfasts, luncheons, evening events, networking events, training sessions and other special events as needed.   Proven success record with event planning including budgeting, site selection, menu planning, contract negotiations, room blocking, speaker set up, event set up/take down are a must. Must have experience running large, successful events without supervision and with minimal staff support.

Must be able to effectively plan and implement projects, with extreme attention to detail. Must possess the ability to schedule own time, work under pressure, meet deadlines, produce accurate timely work, easily spot discrepancies, and set priorities without direct supervision. Energy, initiative, organization and pleasant personable demeanor desired.  Full time, exempt position.  Must be able to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends as needed. 

College degree preferred, 3 to 5 years related experience.

·         Location: Austin, TX

·         Compensation: $36K to $42K

Phyllis Snodgrass | SVP, Investor Relations
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512.322.5618 | psnodgrass@austinchamber.com

Austin Chamber of Commerce
210 Barton Springs Road, Suite 400

Austin, Texas 78704
Fax 512.478.9615

www.austinchamber.com

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