About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of nearly 9,000 students, making it one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961, the college has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a hallmark of the world’s best business schools. Nationally recognized, cutting-edge degrees enable students to learn beyond the classroom, preparing them to become leaders in their fields.

Position Overview

Responsible for formulating and executing event strategy for the College consistent with its mission, vision, and operating entities. Directly supports the Colleges leadership team in developing area specific engagement, stewardship, and strategic event creation and management ensuring all outward-facing events are consistent with the brand, and developing and managing an event budget. Develops and executes strategy for increased donor stewardship, retention, and philanthropic support. Position requires collaboration with the senior leadership team; supervision provided to student workers, student ambassadors, and event volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Psychology, Business, Data Science and four years of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to adapt to program/project and incorporate creativity and originality

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in business, hospitality management, public relations, or a related field. Strong experience in event planning and management. Knowledge of DFW area events. Excellent communication and writing skills. Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, the internet, and email skills. Familiarity with Raisers Edge software a plus. A successful candidate must be able to perform light lifting of chairs and tables if event setups need minor changes. Must be able to lift up to 15 to 20 pounds.

Job Duties

• Actively participates in developing fundraising goals for the college and has responsibility for formulating a supporting stewardship strategy and student philanthropy model.
• Responsible for engaging event attendees and developing relationships with key constituents to foster further donor engagement.
• Researches options and costs and make recommendations for new events and suggests varied arrangements and locations. Maintains an awareness of trends in event planning to ensure College events are unique and innovative to maximize success of advancement activities.
• Represents the College and Dean's office on University committees and acts on behalf of the Dean and the senior leadership team in major events and advancement planning.
• Takes a lead role in advancement and implementation of College-level stewardship activities.
• Creation of Special Events Calendar.
• Coordination of Special Events, up to and including managing volunteers.
• Management of invitation and RSVP process.
• Develops, implements, and maintains documented event planning processes and procedures.
• Preparation of annual event budget.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. 

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected. 

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional nights and weekends.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.