Overview
Venue Manager Jobs in Washington, USA at The George Washington University
Events & Venues at George Washington University schedules and manages event venues on the Foggy Bottom Campus. We provide services to a broad spectrum of clients both in the community and outside of the community. We provide spaces for students, faculty, staff, and guests to host events, meetings, and gatherings. We highlight university traditions, produce memorable guest speaker events, and coordinate many other activities unique to our campus with local, national, and international acclaim.
Our record of excellence, support, and cooperation is one that we are proud of.
We are seeking a temporary Venue Manager. This part‑time position includes an on‑call reporting status and requires occasional nights and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and implement event logistics for events at various venues on campus
- Serve as a single point of contact for all event hosts’ needs as outlined in event planning documentation
- Open and close events
- Provide guidance, support, and direction on any day of changes for the event
- Check event room set‑ups and become familiar with the event’s agenda
- Keep staff informed of any issues that may arise
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues, as well as elevate problems to the appropriate department for solutions
- Manage Housekeeping, Facilities, Catering, Audio Visual, IT, and event staff, including outside vendors, and direct any changes needed to preplanned services
- Enforce University policies, best practices, and any venue‑specific guidelines
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. The degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Project management experience is preferred.
- The ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift and move objects over 25 lbs is desired.
- Communication skills, writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to turn in work with little to no errors.
- A self‑starter who will present options or solutions to realize our vision for events.
Position Information
Campus
Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:
Division of Safety and Operation
Full‑Time/Part‑Time:
Part‑Time
Hours Per Week: 20
Hiring Range: $18.08 – $30.50 per hour
Work Schedule:
Monday‑Sunday, Occasional Evenings
Job Number: T001131
Job Open Date: 03/25/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
Posting Specific Questions
- * This role is a GWTemps role. GWTemps is the internal temporary agency a university employee, you are eligible to apply to internal university postings if you ever wanted to transition from a temporary role to a permanent role. Since this is a temporary position, this role is ineligible for university benefits, to include, annual/vacation leave, university and federal holiday pay, university closure/administrative pay, retirement benefits, healthcare insurance, etc.
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The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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Title: Venue Manager
Company: The George Washington University
Location: Washington, USA
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