Director of Event & Conference Services - University of Maryland Baltimore County : Job Details

Overview

Position Title: Director of Event & Conference Services

Reporting to the Assistant VP for Administration & Auxiliary Services, the Director of ECS serves as a member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team (SALT). They provide administrative, operational, programmatic, and budgetary direction for the spaces and operational functions of Event & Conference Services, which includes event marketing, sales, scheduling, and production. Event & Conference Services (ECS) is UMBC's full-service event planning support team, and a one-stop-shop for scheduling event spaces and resources on the UMBC campus. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality event services and professional customer service to our clients. This position contributes to the Student Affairs mission by enhancing organizational effectiveness and organizational agility, and by building a thriving, supportive, and highly effective workforce.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $103,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Telework

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities

The Director of ECS supervises and provides leadership for the daily activities and long-term planning in the areas of student, departmental, and external event advising, event production and operations. The Director facilitates the maintenance and execution of event-related policies including the UMBC Policy on Alcoholic Beverages at University Events, Sales and Solicitation, Space Management, and the Posting of Notices and Event Roadway and Footpath Signage. The Director will also work closely with the Director of Facilities for Student Affairs to ensure that event space and priority projects are developed and executed using a cross-functional approach.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, event management, business administration, or a closely related field
• 5 years of experience in conference and event planning, logistics, and large-scale event execution
• 5 years of progressive responsibility in personnel and budget management
• Strong knowledge of the hospitality and events industry

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in higher education, hospitality, or business management field.

Background Screening Statement

A background check will be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Upload a cover letter and a resume.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Benefits

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

• Generous Leave which includes accruing:
• 22 Days of Annual Leave
• 15 Days of Sick Leave
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• And much more

Salary

Salary: $103,000 - $116,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours

Full-time

Type

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement

UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX

As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.

Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-###-#### or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-###-#### between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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