The Assistant Director, Special Projects and Events is a member of the Entrepreneurship@DU team which works to inspire community members, students, faculty, staff and alumni to “bend” the traditional business model and launch entrepreneurial and innovative ventures. E@DU supports students inside the classroom through a cross-disciplinary curriculum and outside the classroom through various events, programs and experiences. Our team works to give students the freedom and the space to explore interests, passions and purpose. We encourage our students and provide the support the think big, disrupt, solve problems and make an impact. The Assistant Director, Special Projects and Events demonstrates an ongoing commitment to advance the E@DU agenda of providing entrepreneurship awareness and resources and enhancing the brand reputation through the successful execution of projects, programming and events.
Position Summary
Primary responsibility of this position is focused on planning, development, support and execution of projects, programming and events for the Entrepreneurship@DU team at the Daniels College of Business. The position will work closely with team members to advance the agenda of providing entrepreneurship awareness and resources and enhancing the E@DU brand reputation for students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members. This includes day-to-day management of E@DU spaces, marketing and events, as well as budget management, faculty onboarding and other special projects as assigned.
Essential Functions
Marketing: Actively monitor multiple forms of marketing and communications simultaneously, including but not limited to the monthly newsletter, upcoming events, program awareness and tangible materials and swag. Create materials for events including graphics, registration page, banners and flyers. Build and publish events and marketing materials on website and throughout the University’s communication channels including campus newsletters, calendars, digital boards and social media sites. Manage email marketing campaigns, including event registrations, event reminders, and other special communications. Work with Marketing Department to manage development and creation of specialized marketing projects and materials. Create, order and manage swag items and other giveaways. Actively contribute to the spread of brand awareness by expanding marketing efforts and opportunities.
Program Management: Execute program and event logistics and support, including but not limited to space reservations, catering coordination, facilities requests, AV/technology setup and outside vendor and guest coordination. Administer and contribute to the development, production and distribution of monthly newsletter, including but not limited to content suggestions, serving as project manager and coordinating the work (and payment) on internal resources and third parties/vendors responsible for deliverables. Ensure coworking space, office space and makerspaces are successfully functioning and well-supplied. Manage Women’s Entrepreneurship Program by creating events, programs and activities that inspire, encourage and support female entrepreneurs.
Human Resources: Work with new adjunct faculty, TAs, GAs and work study students to successfully hire and guide through the University’s onboarding process. Manage student timecards and approvals. Update and post job descriptions as new unit roles become available.
Finance: Manage program budget and finances including vendor invoices and p-card payments, new vendor set-up, and budget transfers and updates. Work with grant recipients to manage and track funding. Work with student award winners to distribute funds.
Other: Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Entrepreneurship@DU. Attend required and/or beneficial meetings and trainings. Continuously learn and work to improve job function knowledge.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strategy and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational, planning, and program development abilities.
- Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Leadership ability to collaborate with departments within Daniels and across campus.
- Demonstrated ability to work in teams.
- Positive, teamwork attitude, and the desire to interact positively with a diverse population
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 7-10 years of professional experience
- May work occasional evenings and weekends
Preferred Qualifications
Working Environment
1. Standard office environment.
2. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
3. Noise level is quiet to moderate.
Physical Activities
1. Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
2. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) April 4th, 2025.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Salary Grade Number:
The salary grade for the position is 9.
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $60,000- $68,000.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits:
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.