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Job Overview

The Assistant Director assists the Director and Deputy Director of the Office of Event Management & Scheduling with high-profile, Capitol Campus leadership-level Capitol Campus events, including large, multi-pronged events such as Orientation, Campus Reunion, professorship installation, annual Capitol Campus leadership’s lectures, Commencement and other similar events.

Work Interactions

This position reports directly to the Director, Office of Event Management, but works closely with the Event Coordinators and the Deputy Director, and interacts regularly with all members of the events and scheduling teams. This position also regularly engages with many internal constituents, including faculty members, facilities, AV, public safety, catering, faculty support, the Capitol Campus leadership and other Capitol Campus staff. The position is also regularly the point of contact for outside organizations, board members, alumni and main campus colleagues.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 5-7 years event planning experience, preferably within an academic or non-profit setting, and with increasingly more responsibility and larger and more complex events

• Proven ability to balance multiple priorities and work independently is required

• Candidate will also possess strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgement, and have the ability to be discreet and prioritize competing demands

• Strong computer skills are required, including Microsoft Office

• Working knowledge of Social Tables, EMS and other event-specific software is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.