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Events Manager, Seattle Pacific Seminary
Who We Are
Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community.
Seattle Pacific Seminary (SPS) equips women and men for faithful service in the church and the world through academic excellence, spiritual formation, and deep engagement with Christian faith and practice. SPS offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, preparing students for ministry, leadership, and vocational calling across a wide range of contexts.
Through lectureships, conferences, community gatherings, and formation experiences, Seattle Pacific Seminary creates spaces where faith, scholarship, and practice intersect in meaningful ways.
What We Need
Seattle Pacific Seminary is seeking a detail-oriented and relational Events Manager to plan and execute a wide range of events that support the mission and visibility of the Seminary. Some of the signature events include the Walls Lecture, Palmer Lecture, advisory board meetings, faculty/staff events, discernment experiences, commencement and commissioning events and other community gatherings— come play a vital role in advancing the Seminary’s mission and extending its impact.
This part-time (20 hours per week), non-exempt, 11-month position reports to the Assistant Dean of the Seminary and is responsible for coordinating events both on and off campus. The Events Manager will ensure that each event reflects excellence, thoughtful hospitality, and alignment with SPU’s Christian mission.
This role requires flexibility, as some evening and occasional weekend work is expected based on event schedules.
What You’ll Do
Event Planning & Execution
Plan, coordinate, and execute a wide range of Seminary events, including lectureships, conferences, Advisory Board meetings, discernment events, community dinners, graduation events, Homecoming, Convocation, Commissioning, summer intensives, and faculty/staff gatherings.
Coordinate both on-campus and off-campus events, managing all logistics from concept through execution.
Hospitality & Guest Experience
Create welcoming, well-organized, and mission-aligned event experiences.
Coordinate travel, lodging, and hospitality for visiting guests.
Serve as a primary point of contact for event participants.
Logistics & Operations
Schedule rooms for events and Seminary meetings.
Coordinate catering, A/V, materials, and event setup.
Manage the Seminary master calendar.
Oversee event-day execution.
Advisory Board & External Engagement
Coordinate multi-day Advisory Board meetings including travel, logistics, and materials.
Maintain membership records and contact information.
Assist with external events such as Pastors/Ministers Day.
Collaboration & Administrative Support
Collaborate with the Dean, Assistant Dean, faculty, and staff.
Work with on and off campus partners to execute events.
Track expenses and maintain records.
What You Bring
Experience in event planning or coordination preferred
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Problem-solving mindset
Flexibility for evenings/weekends
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Mission Alignment, a personal commitment to Christian faith; enthusiasm for supporting SPU’s mission; alignment with the University’s Statement of Faith; and willingness to uphold the lifestyle standards of our Christian community.
Compensation & Position Details
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Status: Part-time, non-exempt
Schedule: 20 hours per week, but workload may vary seasonally, with an adjustment of schedule needed during key event periods.
Appointment: 11 months per year (typically one month off during the summer)
Reports to: Assistant Dean, Seattle Pacific Seminary
This position includes an offer of benefits:
SPU pays a portion of the employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
SPU makes contributions to an employee HSA or HRA account
SPU makes a 7% contribution to a retirement account, for eligible employees, no match required
Additional Information:
How to Apply
Please complete the SPU application on our Workday career website.
Plan to upload a resume and cover letter in the application process.
We look forward to hearing how your unique gifts and talents will contribute to our mission, the SPS, and the SPU community!
Job Description:
Events Manager, Seattle Pacific Seminary
Who We Are
Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community.
Seattle Pacific Seminary (SPS) equips women and men for faithful service in the church and the world through academic excellence, spiritual formation, and deep engagement with Christian faith and practice. SPS offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, preparing students for ministry, leadership, and vocational calling across a wide range of contexts.
Through lectureships, conferences, community gatherings, and formation experiences, Seattle Pacific Seminary creates spaces where faith, scholarship, and practice intersect in meaningful ways.
What We Need
Seattle Pacific Seminary is seeking a detail-oriented and relational Events Manager to plan and execute a wide range of events that support the mission and visibility of the Seminary. Some of the signature events include the Walls Lecture, Palmer Lecture, advisory board meetings, faculty/staff events, discernment experiences, commencement and commissioning events and other community gatherings— come play a vital role in advancing the Seminary’s mission and extending its impact.
This part-time (20 hours per week), non-exempt, 11-month position reports to the Assistant Dean of the Seminary and is responsible for coordinating events both on and off campus. The Events Manager will ensure that each event reflects excellence, thoughtful hospitality, and alignment with SPU’s Christian mission.
This role requires flexibility, as some evening and occasional weekend work is expected based on event schedules.
What You’ll Do
Event Planning & Execution
Plan, coordinate, and execute a wide range of Seminary events, including lectureships, conferences, Advisory Board meetings, discernment events, community dinners, graduation events, Homecoming, Convocation, Commissioning, summer intensives, and faculty/staff gatherings.
Coordinate both on-campus and off-campus events, managing all logistics from concept through execution.
Hospitality & Guest Experience
Create welcoming, well-organized, and mission-aligned event experiences.
Coordinate travel, lodging, and hospitality for visiting guests.
Serve as a primary point of contact for event participants.
Logistics & Operations
Schedule rooms for events and Seminary meetings.
Coordinate catering, A/V, materials, and event setup.
Manage the Seminary master calendar.
Oversee event-day execution.
Advisory Board & External Engagement
Coordinate multi-day Advisory Board meetings including travel, logistics, and materials.
Maintain membership records and contact information.
Assist with external events such as Pastors/Ministers Day.
Collaboration & Administrative Support
Collaborate with the Dean, Assistant Dean, faculty, and staff.
Work with on and off campus partners to execute events.
Track expenses and maintain records.
What You Bring
Experience in event planning or coordination preferred
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Problem-solving mindset
Flexibility for evenings/weekends
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Mission Alignment, a personal commitment to Christian faith; enthusiasm for supporting SPU’s mission; alignment with the University’s Statement of Faith; and willingness to uphold the lifestyle standards of our Christian community.
Compensation & Position Details
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Status: Part-time, non-exempt
Schedule: 20 hours per week, but workload may vary seasonally, with an adjustment of schedule needed during key event periods.
Appointment: 11 months per year (typically one month off during the summer)
Reports to: Assistant Dean, Seattle Pacific Seminary
This position includes an offer of benefits:
SPU pays a portion of the employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
SPU makes contributions to an employee HSA or HRA account
SPU makes a 7% contribution to a retirement account, for eligible employees, no match required
Additional Information:
How to Apply
Please complete the SPU application on our Workday career website.
Plan to upload a resume and cover letter in the application process.
We look forward to hearing how your unique gifts and talents will contribute to our mission, the SPS, and the SPU community!
