Associate Director of Conference and Event Management

Bridgeport, CT, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $57,100.00 - $103,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

hybrid work schedule

Employee wellness programs

Job Description

Fairfield University is a comprehensive private Jesuit university located in Fairfield, Connecticut. Known for its rigorous academic programs and commitment to holistic student development, the university offers a supportive and dynamic environment that fosters growth, learning, and community engagement. Fairfield University’s Office of Conference & Event Management (CEM) plays a vital role in the institution's operations by handling the planning, scheduling, and management of campus events, conferences, camps, and summer programs. It strives to optimize the use of university resources while delivering exceptional event management services to a wide array of internal and external stakeholders.

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Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
three or more years of relevant experience preferred
ability to work nights and weekends as needed
strong leadership and organizational skills
effective communication abilities
proficiency in event and project management software
ability to manage multiple competing priorities
professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
three or more years of experience in conference and event management or related field
strong supervision and leadership skills
ability to create and implement strategic plans
excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize
experience with 25 Live event management software and Wrike project management software
ability to build and foster relationships with diverse constituents

Job Duties

Oversee management and coordination of logistics for university-sponsored and external summer programs including camps and housing
support event logistics for all campus events including university-sponsored, affiliated, and external events
manage system backup for event management, food service, and housing assignment systems
coordinate selection, training, and supervision of student staff including developing training standards and scheduling
oversee development of marketing materials and website updates to support event planning and external client engagement
manage, train, and develop professional conference and event staff including program coordinators
participate in departmental professional development activities and represent the department on committees
promote safe and secure working conditions by ensuring proper use of equipment and reporting unsafe conditions

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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