Director, Student Life Operations And Events

University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Chicago, IL, USA
Base: $82,000.00 - $95,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
7+ years work experience in operations
Supervise student life operations team
Manage budgets and contracts under $10,000
The Director of Operations and Events will lead the day-to-day operations of the Student Life team, including planning and managing community-wide programming

Job Summary

  • The Director of Operations and Events will lead the day-to-day operations of the Student Life team, including planning and managing community-wide programming.
  • This role involves supervising a team of three staff members while coordinating major events such as Convocation, Distinguished Speakers, and wellness activities.
  • The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs including health, retirement, and paid time off for eligible employees.

Matching Summary

The Director of Operations and Events will lead the day-to-day operations of the Student Life team, including planning and managing community-wide programming.

Salary

Base: $82,000.00 - $95,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years work experience in operations
  • Supervise Student Life Operations team
  • Manage budgets and contracts under $10,000
  • Plan convocation and speaker events
  • Coordinate student on-boarding initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision
  • Proficiency with MS Office and database management
  • Diplomatic interaction with faculty and students
  • Self-motivated disposition for seasonal high volume

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7+ years of related work experience
  • College or university degree in related field
  • Not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization (no sponsorship)

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