Assistant Director, Event Operations

Assistant Director, Event Operations

Event & Conference Services

The Division of Administration and Finance is seeking an Assistant Director, Event Operations. The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee and manage Technical Operations, Event Setup Operations, student staffing for event management and crowd control, and the scheduling of Towson University (TU) medics, and security and ambulance vendors for all events that fall within the responsibility of Event & Conference Services (ECS) and TU Athletic sporting events. The thousands of events handled range from small meetings to the University’s Commencements.

Responsibilities: Include but not limited to overall responsibility for managing summer housing program, serving as Event Manager for assigned events, and supporting the booking and contracting of summer camps and conferences. Is also directly responsible for 6 staff, more than 80 students, and "if and when" employees. Weekend and evening hours as required by events.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years related staff and event management experience. Successful candidate needs a keen sense for detail, strong supervisory skills, ability to work under pressure, ability to suggest alternatives to clients, and knowledge of regulations regarding evacuation procedures. Must successfully pass Maryland DOT physical and drug screen to drive certain University vehicles and acquire certification for forklift operation. Experience with managing summer housing programs and student staff supervision a significant plus. A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.

Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary with full university benefits that include excellent health, life insurance, and retirement plans; tuition remission; and 22 days of annual leave, 14 holidays, personal and sick days. The position is contingent on funds being available at the time of hire.

To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume indicating the Job Title and Vacancy #E-100280-09 and contact information for 3 professional references to TU Human Resources; 8000 York Road; Towson, MD 21252 or FAX 410-704-2891. Open until filled. Title, Vacancy #, and references must be included to be considered.

Office of Human Resources
8000 York Road
Towson, Maryland
21252-0001

Fax
410.704.2891

Website/Application
www.towson.edu/jobs

Maryland’s Metropolitan University
Towson University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity.
Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.