Overview

From UMass Lowell baseball and Futures League games to youth tournaments, high school competitions, corporate outings, and special events, LeLacheur Park serves as a dynamic venue for a wide range of athletic and community programming. The Event Manager plays a critical role in the successful execution of these events, overseeing event bookings, managing operational logistics, and coordinating with internal and external partners. This position is responsible for delivering seamless, high-quality experiences for teams, clients, and guests, while ensuring that all events are executed efficiently, professionally, and in alignment with venue standards.

This role pays an annual salary of $50,000-$55,000

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 April 17, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Book non-tenant events including rentals, tournaments, and community gatherings.
• Assist with larger events that may be booked by Asstant Director of Stadium Ops or GM.
• Manage the full event life cycle and planning to on-site execution, settlement, invoicing, and follow-up.
• Build relationships with the tenant, clients, vendors, and community partners to grow repeat and referral business.
• Coordinate event logistics: permits, vendors, catering, staffing, AV, setup/teardown, and cleanup for both tenant and non-tenant team events.
• Maintain the stadium event calendar, ensuring smooth coordination with operations, maintenance, and the tenant team.
• Prepare event data sheets and post-event reports, including budgets and client feedback.
• Support stadium operations during game days and large events as needed.
• Assist with Tsongas Center during the winter season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Hospitality, Sports Management, or related field preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience in event sales or venue booking preferred; 3+ years in event management or facility operations preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and client service skills.
• Ability to make quick decisions and lead events calmly under pressure.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel locally as needed.

Schedule Requirements

• This is a hands-on, in-person role — hybrid or remote work is not available.
• Must be available to meet with clients for walkthroughs, planning sessions, and site visits, which may occur outside of standard business hours.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays during events and the baseball season.
• Expect extended hours during event setup, execution, and teardown, as well as support for baseball games and community events throughout the year.
• Typical off-season schedule is Monday–Friday, with flexible adjustments based on event bookings.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.