Senior Associate Director, University Events
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Associate Director, University Events
Posting Details
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Overview The George Washington University Division of University Advancement is seeking a Senior Associate Director, University Events. University Advancement fosters meaningful relationships with a broad array of constituents – alumni, families, faculty, staff, corporations, foundations, patients, and friends. We are committed to creating and leading a culture of philanthropy across our entire community. Through innovative and strategic fundraising and engagement, we support GW’s mission of excellence in education, research, scholarship, and patient care, empowering our institution to thrive in an ever-changing world.
The Division is seeking a Senior Associate Director, University Events. The position will report to the Director, University Events. This is a central position that executes university-wide, visible, prestigious events, such as Commencement, Presidential Inauguration, awards ceremonies, centennial anniversaries, and comprehensive campaigns. The core responsibilities of this role are to plan and execute large events, to lead sub-committees comprised of representatives from across the university (faculty, staff, and administrators), to establish project plans, timelines and benchmarks, and to monitor event progress. This position also manages complex budgets of significant size, negotiates with vendors and arranges for the utilization of institutional resources. This position will also coordinate large groups of volunteers and temporary staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC (but may require some local travel).
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
Job Details Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: University Advancement
Family: Safety and Facilities
Sub-Family: Events
Stream:
Level: Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, some occasional weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status: Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you currently work at GW?
yes
no
* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
Yes, IEP complete
No, still in IEP
N/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your expected salary range? (Open Ended Question)
Documents needed to Apply Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Human Resource Management & Development
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Overview The George Washington University Division of University Advancement is seeking a Senior Associate Director, University Events. University Advancement fosters meaningful relationships with a broad array of constituents – alumni, families, faculty, staff, corporations, foundations, patients, and friends. We are committed to creating and leading a culture of philanthropy across our entire community. Through innovative and strategic fundraising and engagement, we support GW’s mission of excellence in education, research, scholarship, and patient care, empowering our institution to thrive in an ever-changing world.
The Division is seeking a Senior Associate Director, University Events. The position will report to the Director, University Events. This is a central position that executes university-wide, visible, prestigious events, such as Commencement, Presidential Inauguration, awards ceremonies, centennial anniversaries, and comprehensive campaigns. The core responsibilities of this role are to plan and execute large events, to lead sub-committees comprised of representatives from across the university (faculty, staff, and administrators), to establish project plans, timelines and benchmarks, and to monitor event progress. This position also manages complex budgets of significant size, negotiates with vendors and arranges for the utilization of institutional resources. This position will also coordinate large groups of volunteers and temporary staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC (but may require some local travel).
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
Job Details Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: University Advancement
Family: Safety and Facilities
Sub-Family: Events
Stream:
Level: Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, some occasional weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status: Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you currently work at GW?
yes
no
* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
Yes, IEP complete
No, still in IEP
N/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your expected salary range? (Open Ended Question)
Documents needed to Apply Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Human Resource Management & Development
2013 H Street, NW, 3rd Floor Washington, DC 20006
#J-18808-Ljbffr