[Hiring] Manager, Meeting Services @ASCP

Role Description

This position is responsible for managing the operations of the ASCP Meeting Services & Department to ensure centralized planning of all meetings for the Society, including:

• Annual Meeting
• KnowledgeLab
• Education Courses
• Board of Certification Housing/Executive Committee
• Board of Director Meetings
• Leadership Forum
• Any other necessary meetings

The Department provides service to our various internal customers and enhances the meeting services for ASCP’s membership and volunteer leadership.

The Manager should possess excellent event planning skills, as well as leadership and management skills to provide:

• Sound fiscal management
• Multi-departmental organization
• Staff directive and motivational oversight

The Manager should have strategic planning abilities to assist the Society in planning its events to meet both:

• The professional objectives of the membership
• The operational and fiscal objectives of the organization

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent on-the-job experience is required.
• Certification in meeting management (CMP, CMM or CEM), or association management (CAE) is preferable.
• Significant experience in working with volunteer leadership (boards, committees) is necessary.

Requirements

• 5-7 years experience in management of meetings and conventions, with a focus on departmental or matrix management, is required.
• Experience in event management, including staging, food & beverage, travel/transportation, hotel/facility contract negotiation, and vendor selection/negotiation is necessary.
• Knowledge and experience in budget planning and financial management is required.
• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office applications and related database programs is preferred.
• Ability to do minor lifting and material movement is required.
• Ability to proactively react and provide appropriate resolutions to meet the needs of meeting attendees.
• Should be able to consistently move throughout the facility before and throughout the duration of meetings to provide assistance to co-workers and meeting attendees.

Company Description

Equal Opportunity Employer: Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran