Executive Director Of Events at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville in Knoxville, Tennessee

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Executive Director of Events

Tyson Alumni Center

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.  

 

 

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position of Executive Director of Events for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in Alumni Relations. Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor, the Executive Director of Events is responsible for leveraging the strengths of division-wide colleagues to elevate UT’s presence among our internal and external stakeholders.

This position's purpose is to strategically align, conceptualize, and execute alumni and donor events both on and off campus, in and out of state, and oversee virtual event experiences for the UT Knoxville campus. The Executive Director will create a vision for building a mission focus and performance driven events strategy that introduces new and reimagined signature events either virtual or in-person. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Management and Leadership: Oversee two direct reports, and team of seven full- time staff members dedicated to providing a comprehensive alumni and donor event experience including cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and recognition. Optimize project management tools to manage all aspects of team oversight. 

Event Management: Lead and manage strategic planning for events and provide guidance and partnership to individuals on-campus who direct and manage university related events, including those in Student Life, Athletics, Colleges and Schools, Access and Engagement, Chancellor’s Office, and the UT Foundation. Implement a campus- wide approach to assessing the success and effectiveness of events and foster a culture of excellence and continuous operational improvement. Sets direction for all signature events, develops SOPs and utilizes data and analytics to measure event effectiveness and increases alumni engagement and fundraising. Manages division-wide event strategies, budget development, corporate sponsorship, revenue generation, policy assessment, and collaboration with various teams for effective event execution and reporting.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

The candidate who fills the Executive Director of Events position is required to have:

• Bachelor’s Degree


• 8+ years of progressive experience in event and/or volunteer management, marketing, communications, and other advancement areas of work.


• 2+ years of leadership and management experience
  
  


• Excellent oral and written communications


• Ability to handle multiple events at once, willingness to travel, and adapt to variety of situations


• Ability to meet strict deadlines

 

A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities of the position. UTFI reserves the right to consider all appropriate circumstances.  In general, any significant driving offense less than 12 months old will eliminate the application from consideration for the position.

Note - Candidates holding a graduate degree must have at least 5 years of experience.

 

Preferred Education and Experience

In addition to meeting the required qualifications, the preferred candidate will have:

• Master’s Degree


• Event planning experience in higher education

 

Application Process: Priority will be given to applications received on or before August 9, 2024 via our Taleo application system. Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.  References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.

When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education/work experience.

Questions about the search may be directed to hr@utfi.org.

Target Start Date: September/October 2024

Benefits: Recognized as a Top Employer by Knoxville Top Workplaces in 2022 and 2023, the Foundation’s greatest asset is our team. Foundation employees are eligible for a comprehensive suite of benefits that includes:

• Generous paid leave, accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days


• Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to many team members


• Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses


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  Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans


• Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods

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The Foundation: The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System. With a vision of being one of the top-performing advancement organizations in higher education, UTFI is committed to enhancing the educational landscape across the University of Tennessee campuses.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has been advancing knowledge and enriching lives since its founding in 1794. Tennessee’s flagship public research university, UT Knoxville is a diverse community whose shared commitment to discovery, creativity, and education combines with a tradition of service and engagement to carry the Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. UT’s campus—home to more than 36,000 students and 9,000 faculty and staff members—is part of the vibrant city of Knoxville, located on the Tennessee River with the Great Smoky Mountains nearby.

The UT System: The University of Tennessee System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, Martin and the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.

 

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Job: Executive/Administrative

Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville

Organization: Knoxville Alumni Payroll

Schedule: Full-time

Job Posting: Jul 23, 2024, 4:20:09 PM Apply Now