Director, Student Life Operations and Events
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Management
Education Administration, Administrative Management -
Education / Teaching
Education Administration
Director Of Operations And Events
The Director of Operations and Events will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Student Life team, including planning, implementation, and management of community-wide programming, budgets, and contracts. Coordinates Student Life events, including but not limited to, convocation, speakers, wellness, and joint degree events, and celebration. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization.
Responsibilities
- Supervises the Student Life Operations team, which is comprised of the Associate Director of Events, Sr. Assistant Director of Student Life, and Project Assistant III.
- Leads the coordination of Student Life events, including but not limited to, Convocation, Distinguished Speakers, wellness events, joint degree events, orientations, and Celebration.
- Plan and coordinate Spring Convocation Weekend, a celebratory weekend for graduates and their guests by organizing social events, receptions, mock classes, and faculty involvement.
- Monitors and updates Student Life websites and helps larger Student Life team to craft marketing messages and communications strategy.
- Partners with faculty to host student-focused events.
- Manages the Student Life handbooks for all MBA and Specialized Masters programs.
- Serves as Student Life liaison to contract process by facilitating contracts for FT, E/W, and Specialized Masters events under $10,000. Works closely with accounting and budgeting office to ensure contracts and events are facilitated successfully under University fiscal policies.
- Monitors and manages Student Life budgets and expenses.
- Develops surveys and event analytics to assess office and event success.
- Supervises and implements large operations initiatives for student on-boarding, including but not limited to, student nametags, student table tents, annual student handbook and student photo book.
- Oversees team staffing schedules and front desk operations.
- Supports the Senior Director of Student Life and Associate Dean/Dean of Students for MBA and Specialized Masters Programs in special projects as assigned.
- Provides staff management, resources, and training to organizations that create meaningful co-curricular and/or community service experiences for students.
- Manages the operations of a variety of key student life facilities. Manages scheduling for use of facilities that support student life.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Master's degree.
Experience:
- Professional work experience in operations and or event management.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Demonstrated database management experience.
Preferred Competencies
- Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
- Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes.
- Exercise good judgement, handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines with frequent interruptions during seasonal high volume.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty and corporate contacts in a multitude of communication methods, including in person, email, and phone.
- Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.
Working Conditions
- This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.
- Work evenings and weekends as needed.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
Job Family
Student Affairs & Services
Role Impact
People Manager
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$82,000.00 - $95,000.00
Benefits Eligible
Yes
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