Director of Tifton Campus Conference Center

Director of Tifton Campus Conference Center

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Posting Number: S14497P.

Working Title:

Director of Tifton Campus Conference Center.
Department: CAES-Tifton Conference Center.
Posting Type:
External.
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP.

Employment Type:

Employee.
Benefits Eligibility:
Full/Part time Full Time.

Work Schedule:

The conference center is open 6 days a week from 7:00am until midnight, so work schedule will vary according to scheduled events.
Opening Date: 12/15/2025.
Closing Date:
Proposed Starting Date 03/01/2026.
Status:
Open until filled.
Salary:
Commensurate with Experience.

Location:

Tifton Area.

The University of Georgia is a chartered public university founded in 1785 and is the flagship institution in the state. With a history of over 240 years of academic and professional achievements, UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in the U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff, serving a student enrollment exceeding 41,000.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• 10 years of professional experience, including 3 years of supervisory experience.

Preferred

Summary:

Candidates with experience negotiating multi‑year agreements, client hospitality, policy development, security coordination, marketing, and sales are encouraged to apply.

The UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center operates with support from the Tifton/Tift County Board of Tourism, hosting approximately 250 meetings annually for 50,000 attendees. The Director will negotiate agreements, oversee client hospitality, develop policies, coordinate with law enforcement, manage security for visiting public figures, serve as a member of the Tifton Tift County Tourism Association, handle marketing and sales, coordinate activities, and supervise staff.

• Understanding of program development, implementation, logistics, and hospitality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for event planning across a wide range of clientele.
• Flexibility for flexible hours, overnight travel for marketing and sales.

• Lift lightweight materials for set up.
• Travel overnight.
• Drive as needed.

• Supervise, evaluate, and mentor staff including event coordinators, business manager, catering manager, marketing services, facilities manager, and administrative assistants.
• Implement professional development plans and cross‑training opportunities.
• Establish performance standards, procedures, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistent operations and compliance with UGA, OSHA, and emergency preparedness protocols.
• Oversee daily interdepartmental coordination to ensure seamless event flow and operational efficiency.
• Manage scheduling software and related technologies supporting event execution.
• Review financial reports to identify trends and support strategic decisions.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and excellent customer service.
• Partner with maintenance and custodial teams to ensure facilities are safe, clean and well‑maintained.
• Develop strategic goals aligned with the university’s mission in education, research, and public service.
• Provide on‑site management and immediate problem solving during major high‑profile events.

• Oversee and manage the operating budget to ensure fiscal responsibility and stability.
• Ensure accounting and reporting practices comply with university directives.
• Plan and budget for facility improvements to enhance efficiency and guest experience.
• Negotiate and manage vendor and service contracts, including catering, maintenance, and event planning software.
• Develop and implement cost‑control strategies while maintaining service quality.
• Optimize pricing structures…