Senior Director, Major Events & Scheduling

USI Department of History; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University Marketing and Communications at the University of Southern Indiana seeks a Director of Special Events and Scheduling to lead planning, scheduling and execution of highly visible events and key facility operations across the university. You will manage a team, budgets over $1 million, and work with internal and external partners to deliver exceptional service.

The role starts on or after January 4, 2027 and requires strategic leadership, strong governance of events, scheduling systems,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; ten years of progressive event management/higher education experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in staffing, budgeting, and operations.
• Outstanding interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; sound judgment and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and supervision for Special Events and Scheduling staff.
• Manage budgets exceeding $1 million and ensure financial controls.
• Oversee planning and execution of complex, high-profile events and scheduling across campus.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure service excellence and risk management.
• Maintain event records and ensure compliance with policies and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Event management software

Job description

University Marketing and Communications at the University of Southern Indiana seeks a Director of Special Events and Scheduling to lead planning, scheduling and execution of highly visible events and key facility operations across the university. You will manage a team, budgets over $1 million, and work with internal and external partners to deliver exceptional service.

The role starts on or after January 4, 2027 and requires strategic leadership, strong governance of events, scheduling systems,