What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director, Special Events position at NYU?
NYU's Stern School of Business has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Director in the Office of Special Events. The Assistant Director will plan, develop and manage all aspects of School-wide special events, programs, conferences, etc. They will ensure logistics are prepared, including security arrangements, facility selection and reservation, menu planning, catering orders, preparation of briefings, seating arrangements, transportation arrangements, organization of event materials, and audio/visual equipment. The Assistant Director will act as a liaison between the Special Events Department and other Stern Departments, Centers, and Program Areas. They will conceptualize themes, research requests, assess feasibility, make recommendations, and execute events. Similarly, they will ensure that events meet strategic goals of the School, evaluate success of events, and share that knowledge with other members of the team.
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and 3 years experience planning and implementing special events or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with Google Suite, strong customer service skills, the ability to solve problems in real time and the ability to juggle numerous demands in the moment are required. Creativity, the ability to develop new ideas for clients that reinforce strategic priorities for the School, excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, as well as demonstrated project management skills and attention to detail are also required. Experience with Event Management System (EMS) is preferred.
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $58,500 - $85,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
New York University Stern School of Business is a welcoming community that inspires its employees to embrace and lead change in a rapidly transforming world. We offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and an excellent benefits package, which includes up to 100% NYU tuition waiver, generous vacation and holiday time off, health benefits, and flexible work policies. NYU and Stern provide access to a wide range of professional development resources, along with opportunities to build your career and expand your network. Located in the heart of Greenwich Village and deeply connected with the City for which it is named, NYU Stern is one of the nation’s premier management education schools and research centers. NYU Stern is a community that fosters inclusion, belonging, diversity and equity, and inspires its members to embrace change in a globally changing world. For more information about working at NYU please visit our website at: http://www.nyu.edu/about/careers-at-nyu.html.
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