Director of Events and Activities

Director of Events and Activities (A1600F)

Overview of the Office and Position

The Office of Events & Activities works with on and offcampus partners to create programs and experiences that connect users to each other and the institution. The office serves as the hub for facility reservations across campus and provides involvement and connection opportunities for current students. This position provides leadership and direction to the office staff while planning largescale events for the campus and community. The role requires creativity organization strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. The Director of Events and Activities is a fulltime position reporting to the Dean of Students.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

Campus Activities and Student Engagement

Develop coordinate promote and evaluate campus events and connection opportunities for all students

Oversee the Orientation program for new students

Advise the Student Government Association

Collaborate with university departments for student support and programming

Develop short and longterm vision for Office of Events and Activities

Events Management and Facility Coordination

Market and recruit events using university facilities

Maintain an accurate and uptodate promotional website for event marketing

Consult on event planning security needs and programming logistics

Plan and implement some largescale events for both the campus and community partners

Oversee the policies and processes for facility usage by external groups including compliance with policies such as Youth Protection Policy and the Facility Use Policies

Supervision and Fiscal Responsibilities

Provide direct oversight for the Office of Events and Activities and indirect oversight for the Aggie Rec Center and McMahon Centennial Complex

Supervise and evaluate 3 (three) fulltime staff members

Develop and oversee budgets for the office

Oversee creation and of event contracts invoice collections and financial reporting

Approve purchase orders and monitor accounts receivable

Chair the Public Exercises Task Force and serve on various other university committees.

Required Skills

Strong planning organizational and communication skills.

Demonstrated experience in event coordination

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with university colleagues

Ability to work well with diverse populations

Strong interpersonal skills including excellent written and oral communication skills

Must possess a valid drivers license and ability to be insured under the Universitys policy.

Minimum Education/Experience

Bachelors degree .

Five or more years of applicable experience preferably in a higher education setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree

Facility management experience

Knowledge of budget oversight and contract management

Salary Range: Budgeted at $50000/annually plus benefits. Opportunity for performance compensation subject to approval and budgetary availability.

INSTITUTION: Cameron University () is a statesupported regional institution located in Lawton Oklahoma that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence the university provides a wide range of economic cultural and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Masterslevel graduate degrees are offered in business behavioral sciences and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the Universitys Annual Security Report listing crime statistics and university policies is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position and resume. References and academic transcripts may be requested.

DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however only candidates whose applications are received byApril 18 2025are assured of receiving full consideration.