University Events Director - VIP & Campus Programs

Stony Brook; Stony Brook (NY); Presencial; USD 120 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Stony Brook University seeks a Director of University Events for the Southampton Campus. The role conceptualizes, designs, and produces high-profile events and oversees budget, staff, and vendor coordination to advance university goals.

The Director will manage presidential and VIP events, coordinate academic conferences, and provide conference services to internal and external clients, ensuring safety, compliance, and exceptional guest experiences.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) and 4 years in complex event management.
• Progressive event planning experience in a high volume academic or corporate setting.
• Experience working with Executive Leadership.
• Experience managing internal/external clients and/or vendors.
• Experience with event management software such as CVENT and/or 25Live.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Experience with social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.).

Responsabilidades

• Conceptualize, design, produce and manage events that promote the University and support its goals.
• Oversee design, planning, budget oversight and implementation of all annual and VIP events, panels, awards, and other high-profile events.
• Provide conference services to internal and external clients and manage relationships with VIPs and dignitaries.
• Lead the Southampton Conferences & Events team and set performance goals and evaluations.
• Direct budget allocation, vendor contracts, and risk management for campus events.

Conhecimentos

Budgeting

Vendor coordination

Executive liaison

Supervisory experience

Social media management

Event design

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Ferramentas

CVENT

25Live

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Stony Brook University seeks a Director of University Events for the Southampton Campus. The role conceptualizes, designs, and produces high-profile events and oversees budget, staff, and vendor coordination to advance university goals.

The Director will manage presidential and VIP events, coordinate academic conferences, and provide conference services to internal and external clients, ensuring safety, compliance, and exceptional guest experiences.