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Director of Special Events

Inside Higher Ed
Fayetteville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
Position Title::

Director of Special Events

Working Title::

Director of Special Events

Position Number::

000154

Full-Time Or Part-Time::

Full Time

Time Limited Position::

No

Number of Vacancies::

1

Department::

Chancellors Office

Posting Number::

0401842

SHRA/EHRA::

Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Job Category::

Professional

Hiring Range::

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position Competency::

Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Primary Purpose of the Organization::

The Office of the Chancellor provides support services to the Chancellor at Fayetteville State University. The Chancellor is the institution’s chief executive officer, senior administrative leader, and official spokesperson at the local, state, national, and international levels. The Office of the Chancellor coordinates and supports the activities of the Board of Trustees, serves as the liaison between the UNC System Office and the campus community, serves as the point of contact for various constituent groups served by the university, provides internal coordination and leadership on administrative matters, and provides technical and clerical support to the Chancellor.

Primary Purpose of the Position::

The Director of Special Events will serve as the centralized manager for university-wide events (e.g., homecoming, athletic events (Chancellor’s Box), commencement, convocation, and signature events) and coordinate events with respective campus planning committees. The Director of Special Events will also support departments with event consultation and guidance and serve as the Events Council co-chair.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements::

Bachelor’s degree required and a minimum of three years of experience in events management, special events coordination, meeting, and conference-related planning; successful track record in events planning and management.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities::

  • Comprehensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in all forms of event management and organization. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of university structure, protocol, and procedures.
  • Excellent major event planning and implementation skills. Must be self-motivated.
  • Possesses excellent organizational and motivational skills.
  • Can work with a diverse campus and community population to promote the university.

Preferred Qualifications::

  • Master’s degree
  • Experience with large events coordination

Special Instructions To Applicants::

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”

Notice to Applicants::

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”

Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Open Until Filled::

Yes

Additional Information for Applicants::

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement::

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement::

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Quick Link::

https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/28528

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