Assistant Director, Program And Events

University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Chicago, IL, USA
Base: $63,000.00 - $67,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Event execution and logistics management
Budget and expense reconciliation
Vendor selection and contract negotiation
The Assistant Director serves as the primary contact for all operational matters related to the Roman Family Center for Decision Research, including events, accounting, and budget oversight

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Director serves as the primary contact for all operational matters related to the Roman Family Center for Decision Research, including events, accounting, and budget oversight.
  • This role involves managing the entire process for the Center's events, from academic workshops to orientation weekends, while overseeing contracts and vendor relationships.
  • The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs including health, retirement, and paid time off for eligible employees.

Matching Summary

The Assistant Director serves as the primary contact for all operational matters related to the Roman Family Center for Decision Research, including events, accounting, and budget oversight.

Salary

Base: $63,000.00 - $67,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Event execution and logistics management
  • Budget and expense reconciliation
  • Vendor selection and contract negotiation
  • Calendar management and scheduling
  • MS Office proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision
  • Experience in academic or research environments
  • Diplomatic approach with faculty and students
  • Self-motivated disposition with attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Less than 2 years minimum experience required
  • Not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization (no sponsorship available)

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