Position: Events Director (Community Outreach Program Director)
About: Join our dynamic team at LaGuardia Community College and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our diverse student body. We offer exciting employment opportunities in a supportive and inclusive environment. With a focus on equity and inclusion, we are dedicated to empowering students and shaping the future of higher education. Join us to be part of a vibrant community committed to excellence in teaching, student support, research, and community engagement. Explore our current opportunities and embark on a rewarding career at LaGuardia.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and eight years’ related experience required. At least 5 years of experience managing special events, conference centers, stadium facilities, and/or similar large-scale, revenue-generating venue within an educational setting or higher education institution. Knowledge of entertainment productions and sales, marketing and business management. Experienced in organizing and managing events including conventions, corporate meetings, trainings, athletic events, and other large-scale special occasions. Experienced in overseeing large events and volunteers including athletic competitions, concerts, community events, and/or commercial film shoots. Experienced in the setup, execution, and teardown of events. Able to oversee and properly schedule staff, students, volunteers, and/or hourly workers. Able to solicit bids, draft contracts, and monitor contractors. Able to assess complex situations and make decisions and/or recommendations across departments and functions. Knowledge of equipment and terminology used in theatre and entertainment settings. Knowledge of EEOC, OSHA, ADA, and other industry-related legal issues. Ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative. Ability to work under difficult schedules and pressure and produce accurate results and ability to remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur. Excellent interpersonal, analytical and oral/written communication skills essential. Proficiency in computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
Benefits: Health insurance, Paid time off, Salary commensurate with education and experience, Range of health plans, Competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study, Generous paid time off
