Base: $125,000 py; bonus/equity: not specified; be...
Event strategy development
High-profile event management
Budget and vendor contract management
The Director of University Events provides strategic leadership for the university’s most high-profile and mission-critical events, ensuring each experience reflects the institution’s brand and advances strategic priorities
Job Summary
The Director of University Events provides strategic leadership for the university’s most high-profile and mission-critical events, ensuring each experience reflects the institution’s brand and advances strategic priorities.
FAU offers excellent benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending plans, and state retirement options along with paid time off and employee educational scholarships.
The role requires collaboration across multiple university departments and external partners to deliver impactful, polished, and inclusive event experiences that elevate the university’s profile.
Matching Summary
The Director of University Events provides strategic leadership for the university’s most high-profile and mission-critical events, ensuring each experience reflects the institution’s brand and advances strategic priorities.
Salary
Base: $125,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending plans, retirement options, paid time off, educational scholarships
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Event strategy development
High-profile event management
Budget and vendor contract management
Team leadership and staff development
Cross-functional collaboration
Dignitary protocol and VIP logistics
Accessibility compliance for events
Nice-to-have
Experience with donor cultivation events
Knowledge of university governance
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Innovation in event programming
Experience in higher education environment
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Key Requirements
Master's degree with six years experience or Bachelor's with eight years
Minimum three years leadership or director-level experience