Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,000.00 - $72,000.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
generous time off
Retirement Plan
Comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
long-term disability coverage
flexible spending accounts
Free on-site parking
Job Description
The University of Michigan, a prestigious institution renowned for its commitment to excellence in education, research, and athletics, is seeking a dedicated and innovative Associate Director of Development, Events to join its Michigan Athletics department. Situated in Ann Arbor, Michigan, this full-time exempt position offers a competitive salary range of $68,000 to $72,000 and plays a pivotal role within the Intercollegiate Athletics organizational group. The University of Michigan Athletics department is widely recognized for fostering a culture of high performance, integrity, and community engagement, supporting student-athletes' development both on and off the field. Michigan Athletics is committed to delivering exceptional... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree encouraged
- 3-5 years experience in athletics or related event management
- Experience designing and executing high-impact events
- Strong project management skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience managing vendor contracts and budgets
- Proficiency or ability to learn digital event management tools
- Creative mindset
- Ability to exercise judgment and discretion
- Commitment to compliance standards
- Willingness to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree encouraged, preferably in Sport Management, Hospitality Management, Communications, Business, or a related field
- 3-5 years experience in athletics, event management, donor relations, fundraising events, or hospitality
- Proven track record of designing and executing high-impact events
- Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience in negotiating and managing vendor contracts and budgets
- Proficiency with event management and outreach digital tools such as DART, Paciolan, Eloqua, Paperless Post or ability to quickly learn new systems
- Creative mindset with ability to conceptualize unique engagement strategies
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in high-profile settings
- Commitment to NCAA, Big Ten, and University compliance standards
- Willingness to work nontraditional hours including early mornings, nights, weekends, and extended days during peak times
Job Duties
- Conceptualize and lead engaging event experiences tailored to donors and prospects
- Draft and distribute high-level event briefing materials for Athletic Director, University President, and Head Coaches
- Collaborate with NIL and partnership leadership to create donor engagement opportunities and secure corporate sponsorships
- Produce compelling content for website, newsletters, and magazines to highlight event success
- Oversee logistical phases including venue sourcing, transportation, equipment rentals, and on-site staffing
- Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships ensuring legal and financial compliance
- Utilize digital tools for invitation process, attendance tracking, ticketing, and payment processing
- Manage guest list and digital invitation strategy
- Oversee UMCU All-Star Lounge Experience during athletic events and concerts
- Coordinate gameday operations and guest services for football, basketball, and ice hockey events
- Liaise with catering partners and manage logistics for premium space experiences
- Facilitate concert event logistics and artist meet-and-greet opportunities
- Lead design and execution of signature events including season openers and facility milestone celebrations
- Participate in departmental and campus events
- Adapt duties as needed to meet evolving department needs
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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