Assistant Director Events
Assistant Director Events
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Job Description
The Assistant Director of University Events is a fulltime professional position with the primary responsibility of supporting the event planning management and logistics functions of University Events on CMUs Mount Pleasant campus. Effectively carries out events for diverse and distinguished guests in a manner that enhances the image of the university. Functions under the supervision of the Director of University Events.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree preferably in areas directly related to any of the following areas of study: event management recreation sports management project management public relations communications organizational behavior logistics hospitality hotel management or marketing. Three years of professional experience working in event planning production or a related field preferably in a university environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to assess evaluate and troubleshoot complex event work flow and operations. Experience in program management event and project management marketing or facilityusage management at a university or equivalent industry experience. Thorough knowledge and understanding of concepts principles and practices of event management. Strong interpersonal communication skills including social perceptiveness and diplomacy with individuals at all levels in all levels of communication in person in writing or by telephone. Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks including prompt and persistent review of project deadlines and event needs. Exceptional organizational and project management skills and experience with the ability to multitask with flawless attention to detail managing intime responsiveness. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to managing students/ and or team and take ownership of all assignments to ensure all milestones are clearly communicated and met while developing positive rapport with students administrators and faculty. Ability to direct and perform detailed work with accuracy under time demands in a fast paced results oriented community environment that values growth mindset and lifelong learning. Ability to be proactive and provide systems solutions to manage the event process and motivate the team. Ability to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters Degree. Working knowledge of event management platforms and technology. Five years of professional experience working in event planning and/or production preferably in a university environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of and experience working with websites and graphic guides/tools. Ability to communicate university policy and event compliance protocols with various constituents.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Temp
