Strategic Operations & Events Director

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 131,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

York College, part of The City University of New York, seeks an Administrative Officer to lead operations and events, guiding strategic goals and campus-wide programs in a large academic environment.

The role oversees planning, budgeting, policy development, and collaboration with IT, Facilities, and Public Safety to ensure successful events and operations across the campus. Exempt, full-time position in New York City.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and eight years' relevant experience required.
• Works with management to create short- and long-term business plans, including operational, organization, and financial aspects.
• Works with management and others to develop and implement operating policies and procedures.
• Manages the ongoing financial, operational, and staffing activities of the department.
• Manages operating budget and performs analysis and reporting to support decision-making.
• Oversees legal, safety, fiscal, and other compliance requirements.
• Oversees facilities, technology, and materials utilized in the department, coordinating with appropriate Campus services.
• Works with other Campus or University units to coordinate and plan fund-raising, grants, marketing, communications, and outreach activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct strategic operational goals and implementation plans.
• Curate, facilitate and oversee event planning for various college-wide activities and the operational process.
• Develop and implement various college-wide policy including external rentals, catering policy and manual.
• Engage with perspective and current rental clients. Coordinate with IT, Facilities and Public Safety on campus wide events.
• Develop and implement a weekly calendar of college events – internal and external, including all revenue generating venues and Athletic Field.
• Work with management to reconcile deposits and all client payments.
• Oversee special events, such as Commencement, Gala and other high profile events, in conjunction with other staff.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

York College, part of The City University of New York, seeks an Administrative Officer to lead operations and events, guiding strategic goals and campus-wide programs in a large academic environment.

The role oversees planning, budgeting, policy development, and collaboration with IT, Facilities, and Public Safety to ensure successful events and operations across the campus. Exempt, full-time position in New York City.