Director, University Events & VIP Programs

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Stony Brook University invites applications for Director of University Events, Southampton. The role leads concept, design, and execution of presidential and VIP events at the Southampton Campus, overseeing budgets, scripts, timelines, and collateral with emphasis on excellence in execution.

The Director will partner with Operations, Communications, and Advancement teams to ensure safety, compliance, and strategic campus engagement, including external conferences and community events at a

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Progressive event planning experience in high-volume settings.
• Experience working with Executive Leadership.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Budget management experience.
• Experience managing internal/external clients and vendors.
• Experience with event management software (CVENT/25Live).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
• Experience with social media platforms.

Responsabilidades

• Conceptualize, design, produce and manage events promoting the University.
• Oversee budget oversight and implementation of Presidential and VIP events.
• Coordinate conference services for academic conferences sponsored by Deans and departments.
• Provide leadership to the Southampton Conferences & Events team.
• Develop risk management and emergency plans with university partners.
• Lead venue relationships and secure VIP guests, speakers, and dignitaries.
• Ensure events comply with university policies and safety standards.

Conhecimentos

Executive leadership

Supervisory experience

Budget management

Client/vendor management

Social media management

Event management software

Formação

Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher)

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Management or related field

Ferramentas

CVENT

25Live

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Descrição da vaga

Stony Brook University invites applications for Director of University Events, Southampton. The role leads concept, design, and execution of presidential and VIP events at the Southampton Campus, overseeing budgets, scripts, timelines, and collateral with emphasis on excellence in execution.

The Director will partner with Operations, Communications, and Advancement teams to ensure safety, compliance, and strategic campus engagement, including external conferences and community events at a