Top 150 Special events manager Jobs in Connecticut

TD Travel & Communications Manager
Tauck —Wilton, CT
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
Events Coordinator
University of New Haven —West Haven, CT
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Sr. Specialist, Corporate Communications & Events
Philip Morris International U.S. —Stamford, CT
- $97,000 - $121,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Events Coordinator
Seabury —Bloomfield, CT
- $27 - $29 an hour
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Program Manager, Emergency Management Services
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $68,000 - $120,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Director, Special Events
vineyard vines —Stamford, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Events and Special Programs Manager
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art —Hartford, CT
- $57,000 - $62,000 a year
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Residential Supportive Housing Assistant Manager
Favarh Inc —Avon, CT
- $50,000.08 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Director of Events
Burning Tree Country Club Inc. —Greenwich, CT
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
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Event Manager - Weddings
CT Wedding Group —Middletown, CT
- $27 - $33 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
- Opportunities for advancement
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Assistant General Manager - Hell's Kitchen
Mashantucket Pequot Gaming Enterprise —Ledyard, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Store Manager
Harbor Freight —West Hartford, CT
- $70,000 - $88,320 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Retail management
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Coordinator, Special Events
vineyard vines —Stamford, CT
- Evenings as needed
- Mid-level
- Contracts
- Guest services
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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11d
Event Director, Manufacturing Events
RX —Norwalk, CT
- $95,300 - $158,800 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Senior level
- Parental leave
- Flexible schedule
Manager, Special Events
vineyard vines —Stamford, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- 5 years
- Travel
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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12d
Director Of Catering
Meyer Jabara Hotels —Stamford, CT
- $95,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Hotel
- Bachelor's degree
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Woolsey Hall Production Manager
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $68,000 - $120,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
Assistant Director of Events
THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT FOUNDATION INC —Storrs, CT
- $62,000 - $66,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
7d
Event Director, Manufacturing Events
RELX —Norwalk, CT
- $95,300 - $158,800 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Senior level
- Parental leave
- Flexible schedule
Public Relations Manager
vineyard vines —Stamford, CT
- Management
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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TD Travel & Communications Manager

Tauck -
Wilton, CT

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Job Details

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Employee relationship building
Administrative experience
Reservation systems

Full Job Description

Responsibilities includes managing airline ticketing, hotel pre-stay confirmations, and alternate travel arrangements for tour assignments, training, and other staff events supporting 400+ Tauck Directors worldwide. Evaluates, manages, and approves special travel and layover requests outside of standard travel policy, ensuring appropriate cost control, policy compliance, and operational effectiveness. Participates in additional projects and cross-functional team initiatives as required to support business needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee and finalize airline reservations for Tauck Directors through the CRS system, ensuring a high level of accuracy and cost efficiency. Exercise sound judgment in ticketing decisions to secure optimal pricing while effectively balancing operational needs, individual travel preferences, and compliance with company travel policies.
Own and manage the Tour Director Communication process, ensuring the 45-day pre-departure email is consistently distributed in a timely manner and actively monitored for special requests, escalations, and service needs.
Manage and maintain a minimum 30-day advance booking window prior to departure to support optimal airline ticket pricing
Manage Tauck Director special travel requests that fall outside standard company policy, clearly communicating any associated incremental costs. Accurately document and track these requests to ensure transparency and proper processing of payroll deductions for TDM follow up.
Evaluate and approve appropriate layover arrangements for Tauck Directors based on the specific travel scenario, balancing traveler well-being with operational efficiency. Exercise financial accountability by selecting cost-effective options that align with company policy while supporting overall business objectives
Works closely with scheduling team, Tour Director Managers and cross departmentally to ensure seamless coordination, effective communication and alignment of travel and operational requirements.
Cultivate and maintain positive, professional relationships with Tour Directors, suppliers, and colleagues, fostering effective communication, collaboration, and a high level of service across all interactions.
Administer, manage and monitor travel policies and guidelines.
Identifies opportunities for cost savings in standard travel plans.
Oversee pre-season preparation processes for Tour Director Pre and Post-stays, managing a complex, multi-layer workflow that requires strong cross-departmental coordination and meticulous attention to detail and using proprietary reservation system. Conduct ongoing daily reviews and updates throughout the year, maintain supplier communications, secure alternate accommodations when necessary, and ensure timely, accurate confirmations are communicated to Tour Directors
Administers and maintains Tauck Director travel records
On call for afterhours support for Tour Director Air/Hotel Assistance and crisis situations.
Support the Senior Manager in the review and update of travel policies and procedures, contributing to continuous improvement, policy accuracy, and alignment with operational needs and company standards.
Manage Tauck Director positioning processes by maintaining accurate and up-to-date personal and travel information, ensuring correct and efficient assignment and positioning to tours.
Participates in TD seminar planning, execution. Responsible for all tour director flight coordination, updating hotel manifest, organizing all ground transportation and on-site support.
Support and manage special events travel needs including ticketing, transfers and hotel bookings as needed.
Responsible for team compliance with the TD Travel (Transportation/Hotel Pre-Post) budget
Establish and Maintain air allowance procedure and follow up.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Working knowledge of a CRS system required (Galileo preferred).
Aptitude for problem solving and research.
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Professional and calm demeanor, team oriented
Strong administrative skills.
Ability to multi-task and shift responsibilities quickly and frequently.
Strong attention to detail.

Tauck is recognized as a world leader in deluxe escorted vacation tours; a fast growing company in a thriving industry. We offer more than 150 intriguing, all-inclusive vacations to the most popular worldwide destinations. These creative itineraries, with spectacular sightseeing and premium accommodations, are carefully choreographed to create enriching experiences and enlighten travelers interested in high quality, cultural vacations.

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