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Assistant Director, College Events

Colorado College

Assistant Director, College Events

Job Title: Assistant Director, College Events

Department: Development Events

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year

• 12 Months per year

• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Set at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado College is a place where individuals are determined to positively impact the world. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment where students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work together. Here, you are welcomed as a valued member of the community. Colorado College is a place to explore, grow, and thrive.

Job Summary

Manage, execute, and provide strategic guidance for community events hosted at Colorado College Collaborate with departments across campus to develop events that support the college's goals and priorities, fostering key connections with the Colorado Springs and college community. Assist with other college events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage, develop and implement the college's policies concerning community events and streamline processes so events are consistent across campus.

• Collaborate with entities on and off campus to deepen, expand and institutionalize co-curricular, community-based learning opportunities that support the efforts of the college

• Serve as liaison from the College Events team to internal campus partners as needed.

• Cultivate community relationships, including participation in monthly meetings of the Colorado Springs Convention and Visitors Center.

• Assist in the planning and execution of large-scale college events.

• Manage and supervise on-call staff and student interns.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience plus a minimum of three years in event planning, and program logistics in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated experience providing vision and guidance to clients to create successful events that achieve their goals.

• Ability to think critically and solve problems.

• Proficient with computer software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite and budget analysis.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to develop positive relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds, diffuse difficult situations and respond appropriately to urgent situations.

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that is insurable by Colorado College's motor vehicle insurance carrier.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years' experience planning events in a higher education environment.

• Experience with Momentus, Social Tables, Qualtrics, Salesforce Affinaquest CRM, or similar programs; demonstrated ability to learn new software programs.

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to event planning or Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) designation.

• Supervisory experience.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications.

Other Position Details:

• Supervises Students & Staff

• Position requires driving CC vehicles (drivers must be eligible for coverage under CC's insurance plan)

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 2/28/25

• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• Band E; $51,014 to $61,217 per year

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours or 22 days per year) and 4 hours of sick time for each hour worked (96 hours or 12 days per year)

• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)

• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%

• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program

• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College's policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or mailto:HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

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Benefit Information:

Please refer to https://mybensite.com/coloradocollege/

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html

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