Events Jobs in Oregon
Events jobs in Oregon are open across Portland, Beaverton, and Corvallis and other Oregon metros, with employers like Oregon State University, Portland State University, and Sage Hospitality hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Details
Proposed Start Date 08/03/2026
Classification Title Facilities / Operations
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title External & University Events Manager
Department 670202 - AUX SMC Office
Position Number D91181
Representation UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable Renewable
Position FTE 1.0
Tenure Status N - not applicable
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
The External & University Events Manager is responsible for executing sales strategies across the Campus Events and Student Union (CESU) department. The manager will focus on cultivating external event bookings across a venue portfolio inclusive of: Smith Union, VP Arena, Hoffmann Hall, General Pool Classrooms and outdoor spaces. The Manager will also coordinate and oversee a variety of high-profile, mission-critical PSU-wide events.
This position provides oversight of revenue-generating accounts including:
- Internal student organization events/space rentals
- PSU departmental events/space rentals
- External and partnership events/space rentals.
The position will also provide oversight of the CESU department and office staff. The Manager maintains updated Facility Use Procedures, generates, builds and issues external facility use contracts, and manages events on the PSU Campus. This position will serve as the primary administrator of PSU’s Event Management and Scheduling system 25-Live, and is the lead scheduling authority for the department. The manager provides oversight and contributes to the annual budget process by focusing on revenue generating events while making quarterly and year-end revenue projections. This position serves to provide key insight into event management and response across campus, serving as a prominent role within numerous committees, such as the Protest Expression Advisory Team (PEAT), the Incident Management Team (IMT) and others, communicating in real time with university officials regarding potential event related disturbances or impacts to University operations, assets, and reputation.
The External & University Events Manager reports to the Director of Campus Events and Student Union.
This is a permanent full-time position within an innovative team-oriented environment located in downtown Portland, and includes a comprehensive benefits package with paid time off including paid sick time, paid holidays and paid vacation days, 95% employer-funded premium healthcare, 100% employer-funded retirement plans, and 70% off of tuition for the employee, dependent children, and your spouse or domestic partner.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 3 years experience, including supervisory
- 1–2 years of office coordination experience, including 2 years in a lead capacity managing and organizing business documentation.
- 2 years of experience planning and coordinating events or conferences, including enforcing established facility use protocols and procedures.
- 1-2 years of experience in a customer service environment.
- Demonstrated effective communication and service skills within a diverse customer base.
- Successful completion of a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3-5 years experience in a Higher Education environment
- 3-5 years experience in a hospitality or event planning environment.
- Budget or financial experience as it pertains to quarterly reporting, expenses and revenue projections for events.
- 3-5 years experience coordinating or managing events
- Proficient use of event scheduling software such as 25-Live Event Management System and/or Social Tables event floor plan diagram software
- Experience supervising and mentoring professional staff and student employees
- Knowledge of ingress/egress procedures, crowd management, and fire marshal regulations
- Knowledge of navigating certificates of insurance ensuring compliance with university mandated liability limits and working with the PSU Risk Management team.
Key Cultural Competencies
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
40 hours per week, schedule to be determined
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $61,620 and $66,180. The starting salary will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
Portland State has an excellent benefits package including 95% employer-paid health insurance premiums (employees and eligible dependents) and significantly reduced tuition rates for employees and eligible dependents at any of the Oregon Public Universities. After completing six full months employees are eligible to the employer-paid pension program in addition to two voluntary retirement programs. Wellness options include access to the PSU Rec Center at a reduced rate and free wellness programs.
For a comprehensive view of all PSU benefits, visit the PSU Total Compensation Calculator.
Application Instructions
Additional Information
Please submit your cover letter, resume and the names, emails and phone numbers for three professional references.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No
Background Check Required Yes
If you have questions
Please contact Stacie Looney, Administrative and Engagement Coordinator, at slooney@pdx.edu.
Position Details
Proposed Start Date 08/03/2026
Classification Title Facilities / Operations
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title External & University Events Manager
Department 670202 - AUX SMC Office
Position Number D91181
Representation UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable Renewable
Position FTE 1.0
Tenure Status N - not applicable
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
The External & University Events Manager is responsible for executing sales strategies across the Campus Events and Student Union (CESU) department. The manager will focus on cultivating external event bookings across a venue portfolio inclusive of: Smith Union, VP Arena, Hoffmann Hall, General Pool Classrooms and outdoor spaces. The Manager will also coordinate and oversee a variety of high-profile, mission-critical PSU-wide events.
This position provides oversight of revenue-generating accounts including:
- Internal student organization events/space rentals
- PSU departmental events/space rentals
- External and partnership events/space rentals.
The position will also provide oversight of the CESU department and office staff. The Manager maintains updated Facility Use Procedures, generates, builds and issues external facility use contracts, and manages events on the PSU Campus. This position will serve as the primary administrator of PSU’s Event Management and Scheduling system 25-Live, and is the lead scheduling authority for the department. The manager provides oversight and contributes to the annual budget process by focusing on revenue generating events while making quarterly and year-end revenue projections. This position serves to provide key insight into event management and response across campus, serving as a prominent role within numerous committees, such as the Protest Expression Advisory Team (PEAT), the Incident Management Team (IMT) and others, communicating in real time with university officials regarding potential event related disturbances or impacts to University operations, assets, and reputation.
The External & University Events Manager reports to the Director of Campus Events and Student Union.
This is a permanent full-time position within an innovative team-oriented environment located in downtown Portland, and includes a comprehensive benefits package with paid time off including paid sick time, paid holidays and paid vacation days, 95% employer-funded premium healthcare, 100% employer-funded retirement plans, and 70% off of tuition for the employee, dependent children, and your spouse or domestic partner.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 3 years experience, including supervisory
- 1–2 years of office coordination experience, including 2 years in a lead capacity managing and organizing business documentation.
- 2 years of experience planning and coordinating events or conferences, including enforcing established facility use protocols and procedures.
- 1-2 years of experience in a customer service environment.
- Demonstrated effective communication and service skills within a diverse customer base.
- Successful completion of a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3-5 years experience in a Higher Education environment
- 3-5 years experience in a hospitality or event planning environment.
- Budget or financial experience as it pertains to quarterly reporting, expenses and revenue projections for events.
- 3-5 years experience coordinating or managing events
- Proficient use of event scheduling software such as 25-Live Event Management System and/or Social Tables event floor plan diagram software
- Experience supervising and mentoring professional staff and student employees
- Knowledge of ingress/egress procedures, crowd management, and fire marshal regulations
- Knowledge of navigating certificates of insurance ensuring compliance with university mandated liability limits and working with the PSU Risk Management team.
Key Cultural Competencies
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
40 hours per week, schedule to be determined
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $61,620 and $66,180. The starting salary will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
Portland State has an excellent benefits package including 95% employer-paid health insurance premiums (employees and eligible dependents) and significantly reduced tuition rates for employees and eligible dependents at any of the Oregon Public Universities. After completing six full months employees are eligible to the employer-paid pension program in addition to two voluntary retirement programs. Wellness options include access to the PSU Rec Center at a reduced rate and free wellness programs.
For a comprehensive view of all PSU benefits, visit the PSU Total Compensation Calculator.
Application Instructions
Additional Information
Please submit your cover letter, resume and the names, emails and phone numbers for three professional references.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No
Background Check Required Yes
If you have questions
Please contact Stacie Looney, Administrative and Engagement Coordinator, at slooney@pdx.edu.
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Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Events Job Market in Oregon
A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Oregon State University2
- Portland State University2
- Sage Hospitality2
- Burger King1
- CBRE1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education5
- Construction & Real Estate2
- Food & Beverage2
- Hospitality & Tourism2
- Investment & Asset Management2
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in events jobs across Oregon.
- 2-5 years of experience planning and executing corporate or social events end-to-end
- Proficiency with event management software such as Cvent, Aventri, or similar platforms
- Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships, contracts, and on-site logistics simultaneously
- Strong project management skills with experience using tools like Asana, Monday.com, or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, communications, marketing, or a related field
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential or active pursuit of certification preferred
Events Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How many events jobs are there in Oregon?
There are 21+ events openings in Oregon on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Portland, Beaverton, and Corvallis. New positions post regularly as employers across Oregon hire.
How much do eventses make in Oregon?
Eventses in Oregon earn a median of about $61,120 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,770 for the lowest 10% to over $84,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Oregon cities have the most events jobs?
Portland, Beaverton, and Corvallis have the most events openings in Oregon right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire eventss in Oregon?
Employers hiring eventss in Oregon include Oregon State University, Portland State University, and Sage Hospitality, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote events jobs in Oregon?
Yes. About 10% of events openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Oregon metros.
How do I apply for events jobs in Oregon?
You can apply to events jobs in Oregon directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Oregon location, then apply to each one that fits.
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