Top 27 Event manager Jobs in Des Moines Ia

Event Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center
Oak View Group —Des Moines, IA
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Events Creative Director
ITA Group Inc —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Travel
- Senior level
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Associate Event Manager
ITA Group Inc —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Congress Sr. Event Manager
ITA Group Inc —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Incentives Event Manager
ITA Group Inc —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Event Registration Manager (2 Openings)
ITA Group Inc —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Travel
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Assistant Ticket Office Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center
Oak View Group —Des Moines, IA
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Appointment Setter and Brand Ambassador - Des Moines
Renewal by Andersen —Des Moines, IA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
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Event Manager Pumpkins After Dark Des Moines
Lantern Events Inc. —Des Moines, IA
- $29 - $32 an hour
- Temporary
- Management
- Customer service
- Mid-level
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Event Manager
ITA Group Inc —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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RAGBRAI Ride Operations
USA TODAY Co. —Des Moines, IA
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
Iowa Wild Game Presentation Director
Minnesota Sports and Entertainment —Des Moines, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Operations Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center
Oak View Group —Des Moines, IA
- $44,000 - $47,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Merchandise Manager - Event Production
USA TODAY Co. —Des Moines, IA
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Merchandising
- Research
Wedding & Event Decor & Design Assistant
Smiling Dog Entertainment —Pleasant Hill, IA
- $20 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Inventory management
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Merchandising
- Mileage reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
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Banquet Service Manager
Holiday Inn —Urbandale, IA
- Full-time
- Sales
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
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Event Production Sourcing Manager
ITA Group Inc —West Des Moines, IA
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
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Event Air Coordinator
ITA Group Inc —West Des Moines, IA
- Extended hours
- Organizational skills
- Associate's degree
- Communication skills
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Local Event Staff
Water Lantern Festival —Des Moines, IA
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- 18 years or older
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Communication skills

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Event Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center

Oak View Group -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$45,000 - $50,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Physical security
Customer communication
Staff supervision
Fire safety
Team supervision
Crowd incident management
Staff scheduling
Employee relationship building
Fire codes and regulations
Team scheduling
Crowd management security protocols
Bachelor's degree
Decision making
Team training
Public safety procedures
Managing event budgets
Desktop applications
Managing events in a senior hospitality management role
Event budgeting
Annual budget preparation
Productivity software
Event customer service
Staff development
Facilities budget management

Full Job Description

Oak View Group:

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Overview:

The Event Manager will manage every aspect of their assigned events from the advance planning stages through the end of the event; hire, train, schedule, and supervise all event staff; oversee building security and interact with local public safety officials to ensure events run smoothly; coordinate communication between event staff/security and delegate assignments; and be responsible for and ensure overall customer and lessee satisfaction and experience.

This role pays an annual salary of $45,000-$50,000

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

This position will remain open until September 18, 2026.

Responsibilities:

Advance, plan, service, and supervise all events
Plan, direct and evaluate the work of subordinates
Provide leadership and guidance for event personnel
Analyze challenges, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectives
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with lessees/clients, co-workers, part-time staff, contractors, patrons/public and municipal officials
Work a flexible schedule, including long nights, early mornings, weekends & holidays as needed
Complete all duties with a customer service focus through teamwork & dedication to Oak View Group’s principles
Assist in the preparation of building to meet the requirements of upcoming events/shows
Assist with the completion of pre-show event financial estimates
Assist with the completion of post-show event settlements
Advise lessees on services available from independent contractors for events
Recruit, train, and supervise event & security staff
Create work schedules for event & security staff, delegate assignments, and review performance/results
Function as a liaison between users of the facility and the facility staff
Recommend and evaluate required event staffing levels
Coordinate communication between building staff and show staff during load-in and load-out
Investigate and resolve event-related complaints in a professional manner, ensuring customer satisfaction
Maintain equipment (radios, metal detection wands, etc.) for all event and security staff
Make hospitality arrangements as needed
Communicate with municipal officials, including police, fire and medical services; event staff; and public to ensure security of patrons and events run smoothly
Review emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each event
Create and distribute detailed data sheets prior to every event
Prepare and approve bi-weekly payroll for all event staff and security staff
Coordinate service needs with the food and Beverage provider & make hospitality arrangements as needed
Serve as Manager on Duty as scheduled
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

3-5+ years of increasingly responsible experience in event management in a stadium, arena, convention center or public assembly facility setting
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related field
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, word processing, and Internet
Knowledge of operational characteristics of events
Ability to identify the needs of users of the facility
Knowledge of crowd management and control techniques
Knowledge of customer service practices
Knowledge of principles of supervision, scheduling, and training employees
Demonstrated familiarity with facility use contracts
Knowledge of fire and public safety regulations
Knowledge of A/V equipment and electronic systems in public assembly facilities
Experience with budget preparation and control
Familiarity with terminology used in entertainment/convention/public assembly settings
Experience with AutoCAD is preferred but not required

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference:

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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event manager jobs in des moines ia

Event Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center

Events Creative Director

Associate Event Manager

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Incentives Event Manager

Event Registration Manager (2 Openings)

Assistant Ticket Office Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center

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Operations Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center

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