Job Title: Director of University Events
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 280480
About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The Director of University Events provides leadership and expertise in the planning, execution and creative concepting of high-level institutional events, both on and off campus, sponsored by the president or other members of senior university leadership. Events may include academic ceremonies, social events, celebrations, conferences, and meetings that help tell the story of the University and increase brand equity. This role will also supervise the Director of AV Event Services and the Coordinator of University Events to ensure service for all university events are supported.

Responsibilities

Directs the production and creative concept for events by coordinating with university administrators, vendors, performing groups, special guests, event support staff, etc. Provide Event consultation to university colleges/units. Interact with diverse campus guests, including alumni, donors, legislative officials, visiting dignitaries. Ensure that all event-related materials are compliant with university policies, procedures and branding and that the university's strategic priorities are reflected in the planning and presentation of events.
Coordinate facility, catering, custodial, location set-up, audiovisual, concessions, safety, security, photography, and personnel needs for each event.
Supervise FTE staff across multiple campuses.
Manage expenses for university events and negotiate fees with vendors for material and services, approves expenditures, prepares related reports and oversee the commencement operations budget.
Supports the Office of the President and the Office of University Relations as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have excellent oral and written skills and be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of administrators, faculty, donors, and the general public.
Accuracy and attention to detail is essential.
Must have strong organizational skills and be able to handle multiple concurrent tasks for extended periods.
The director must demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and possess high levels of customer service and professionalism, particularly in stressful situations.
Must be available for evening/weekend hours and able to travel as needed.
Frequent medium lifting (10-20 lbs.)

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
Seven years' experience facilitating large-scale, high-level events, higher education event experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
Contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

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