Assistant Director of Event Operations and Technology

Creighton University; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Creighton University is seeking an Assistant Director of Event Operations & Technology to lead the Conference and Event Services team and support Student Center operations. You will be the AV/Technology expert for campus event spaces and planners, collaborating on event logistics, setup/teardown, and turnovers.

You will supervise two operations staff and student staff, assist with budget management and equipment purchases, and oversee the department's technology platforms and communications.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Communications or related field.
• Two years of related experience including supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience with AV/Technology for events is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the Conference and Event Services team.
• Support Student Center Operations and Student Life initiatives.
• Serve as the expert for AV/Technology in campus event spaces.
• Collaborate with staff on event logistics, setup/teardown, and turnovers.
• Manage department technology platforms and communications.
• Supervise two professional staff and student workers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budget management

AV/Technology expertise

Event operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Communications or related field

Tools

AV equipment

Video conferencing systems

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Director of Event Operations & Technology at Creighton University provides leadership for the Conference and Event Services team and supports Student Center Operations and Student Life initiatives. Serves as the expert for all AV/Technology in the Skutt and Harper Centers: Provides Audio-Visual technology and event operations expertise to campus event spaces and event planners; Engage with the event planning process by collaborating with department staff on event logistics, execution, event setup/teardown, turnovers, and other event related needs; Serves as the installer, optimizer, and point of contact for all technology needs including video, conferencing, communication, etc. for all Conference and Event Services team staff; Supervises 2 professional operations staff and direct supervision of student staff; Assist the Director in the management of the Skutt Student Center and Harper Center, including budget management, evaluation, and acting upon recommendations for purchases of new equipment and inventory, providing direct administration of the department’s technological platforms, and directing all department communication efforts. Some evening/weekend hours may be required; Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Communications or related field and two years related experience including supervisory experience required.

About Us

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.