Associate Director Of Events & Guest Services

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, USA
Base: $67,909; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Day shift
Bachelor's degree in hospitality or related field
Four years of event management experience
Two years of staff supervision experience
The University of Arkansas is seeking an Associate Director of Events & Guest Services to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for events and guest services within the Arkansas Union. The ideal candidate will have a background in hospitality or event management, with experience in supervising staff and managing event operations

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all Arkansas Union events and guest-facing operations.
  • This role oversees budget and billing while managing a large service team to ensure exceptional service delivery across reservations and event coordination.
  • The University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas is seeking an Associate Director of Events & Guest Services to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for events and guest services within the Arkansas Union. The ideal candidate will have a background in hospitality or event management, with experience in supervising staff and managing event operations.

Salary

Base: $67,909; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability, tuition waivers, retirement 5-10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality or related field
  • Four years of event management experience
  • Two years of staff supervision experience
  • Experience with EMS, Mazévo, or 25Live systems

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in higher education
  • University or student union setting experience
  • Hands-on AV and production services knowledge
  • Strong risk management and safety practices

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 4 years progressively responsible experience
  • 2 years staff supervision experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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