Location: North Adams, MA Category: Administrative Posted On: Tue Jan 9 2024 Job Description:
The Director of Conferences and Campus Events is responsible for the development and management of campus events supported by the President's Office, Academic Affairs, and the Office of Institutional Advancement. Additionally, the Director develops and oversees a plan to promote MCLA facilities usage to external groups for conferences and other special purpose events.
The Director will organize and oversee implementation of all details in support of specific College functions that include but not limited to: Commencement (May) and Academic Reception (December), Convocation, Baccalaureate, and sponsored lecture series (Dukakis Public Policy, Hardman Lecture (fall) and Hardman Journalist in Residence (Spring), Vadnais Environmental Issues Lecture, and Lavendar Lecture), as well as campus engagements events throughout the year.
The Director will generate and oversee conference and event activities that generate revenue for the College. This activity will include the rental of space, including residence areas, when available.
The Director will also create and manage a campus events master calendar and additionally convene a group of stakeholders to implement the calendar logistics.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree required with minimum five years, preferably seven years' experience working in events management and conference coordination in a fast-paced environment, preferably in Higher Education.
Demonstrated project management and negotiation skills with multiple constituents.
Clear understanding and appreciation for the mission of a public four-year Liberal Arts College.
Experience in marketing to businesses, community organizations and individuals.
Excellent communication skills, ability to work effectively with various and diverse internal and external constituents.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and knowledge of database including customer relations management software.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Experience dealing with confidential matters, particularly high-profile individuals.
High flexibility and tolerance for/ability to adapt to change.
Ability to work weekend and evening events in support of events and conference coordination.
Ability to lift 40 lbs.
Additional Information:
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts strongly encourages employees to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. The Centers for Disease Control recommendation is that everyone aged 6 and up should get 1 updated Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, regardless of whether they've received any original COVID-19 vaccines.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Barbara Chaput, Chief Human Resources Officer.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they operate, which extends to admission and employment.
Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Title IX Coordinator and Equal Opportunity Officer, to the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Justin MacDowell
Title IX Coordinator and Equal Opportunity Officer
375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247
Phone: (413) 662-5571
justin.macdowell@mcla.edu
U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights?
33 Arch Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02119-1424?
Telephone: (617) 289-0111; FAX: (617) 289-0150; TDD (877) 521-2172?
OCR.Boston@ed.gov