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Events Specialist II - OFMD
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Events Specialist II - OFMD

Washington University in St. Louis

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Posted:
December 11, 2025
Location:
St. Louis, Missouri

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campusâ™ mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus.

OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the worldâ™s largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations.

As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the universityâ™s mission. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers.

The Events Specialist II coordinates, implements, and manages events within shared reservable spaces on WashU Medicine's campus. They also develop and facilitate plans that include logistics, budgeting, space planning, vendor management, program details, communication needs, and other details to make events successful.

The position requires scheduling flexibility and includes early mornings, late evenings, and weekend availability, as work schedules are tied to event schedules.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Manages, coordinates, and provides operational functions for both internal and external events, special functions, and conferences.   

  • Develops a budget and ensures it is adhered to.

  • Considers appropriate logistics, ensuring space needs, reservations, appropriate permits, consideration of applicable safety precautions, parking, vendor management, food, and other details are managed appropriately.

  • Builds relationships with university partners at schools and departments, with staff in executive leadership offices, and with external vendors and attendees.

  • Assists in the creation of building usage proposals and conducts site tours with interested parties.

  • May provide oversight of large teams of employee and student volunteers to effectively support the rollout of events and activities.

  • Facilitates planning meetings with committees and volunteers.

  • Assists in the publication and promotion of events.

  • Administers conference software.

  • Reviews and analyzes post-event data to identify successes and identify opportunities for future event improvements.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Normal office environment.
  • Alternative work schedule as a regular part of the job (shifts, evenings, weekends).


Physical Effort

  • Typically sitting at a desk or table.
  • Typically standing or walking.
  • Typically, bending, crouching, and stooping.
  • Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
  • Occasional lifting (<25 lbs).
  • Occasional lifting (25 - 50 lbs).
  • Ability to move to on and off-campus locations.
  • Ability to assist with event setups, which include moving and setting tables and chairs.

Equipment

  • Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelorâ™s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Communications, Employee Engagement, Marketing, And Event Planning (3 Years)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Computer Applications, Customer Service, Database Programs, Decision Making, Fast-Paced Environments, Managing Ambiguity, Oral Communications, Organizational Commitment, Professional Integrity, Project Administration, Project Coordination, Relationship Building, Reservation Systems, Self-Organization (Business), Spreadsheets, Strive for Excellence, Supervisory Management, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Word Proccessing, Written Communication

Grade

G10

Salary Range

$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.

  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

Internal Number: JR91656
About Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis, a medium-sized, independent university, is dedicated to challenging its faculty and students alike to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an ever-changing, multicultural world. The University offers more than 90 programs and almost 1,500 courses leading to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in a broad spectrum of traditional and interdisciplinary fields, with additional opportunities for minor concentrations and individualized programs. The faculty is composed of scholars, scientists, artists and members of the learned professions. They serve society by teaching; by adding to the store of human art, creativity, understanding, and wisdom; and by providing direct services, such as health care.
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