Assistant Athletics Events Leader – Alumni & Fundraising

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 81,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland in College Park seeks an Assistant Program Director, Athletics Events (VPUR) to plan and execute the department's signature events and related fundraising activities. You will manage budgets, vendors, and on-site operations while engaging alumni and donors.

You should bring a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in event planning or registration services, with strong communication and multitasking abilities. Evening/weekend work and some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of database management.
• Knowledge of basic web design.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute the department's annual signature events.
• Coordinate fundraising and engagement events, reunions, and alumni/student celebrations.
• Manage event budgets, vendor selection, and on-site logistics.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, donors, staff, and student-athletes.
• Evaluate events and report outcomes for continuous improvement.

Skills

Database management

Web design basics

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Policy interpretation

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of Maryland in College Park seeks an Assistant Program Director, Athletics Events (VPUR) to plan and execute the department's signature events and related fundraising activities. You will manage budgets, vendors, and on-site operations while engaging alumni and donors.

You should bring a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in event planning or registration services, with strong communication and multitasking abilities. Evening/weekend work and some travel may be required.