Executive College Events & Protocol Director

Franklin and Marshall College; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance

Tuition benefits

Paid vacation

Holiday closures

Job summary

Franklin & Marshall College is seeking a College Events & Protocol Director to provide strategic leadership for major college ceremonies, presidential events, and institutional initiatives. The role reports to the Vice President of Communications and Marketing and collaborates with campus partners to uphold brand standards and a dignified attendee experience.

The position oversees governance, risk management, and logistics while coordinating events at Nevonia and other campus venues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in event management or related field.
• At least 5 years in project management and executive event planning.
• Experience directing large-scale ceremonial and executive events.
• Ability to lead across campus stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficiency with Google Suite.
• Valid driver's license and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Direct strategic planning, coordination, and execution of major college ceremonies.
• Lead events for the President and high-profile institutional initiatives.
• Establish event governance, protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Manage budgets, vendor contracts, and post-event evaluations.
• Coordinate cross-departmental teams and master calendar alignment.
• Ensure brand standards, accessibility, and risk management across events.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in event management or related field

Master's degree in communications or related field

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Franklin & Marshall College is seeking a College Events & Protocol Director to provide strategic leadership for major college ceremonies, presidential events, and institutional initiatives. The role reports to the Vice President of Communications and Marketing and collaborates with campus partners to uphold brand standards and a dignified attendee experience.

The position oversees governance, risk management, and logistics while coordinating events at Nevonia and other campus venues.