Assistant Director Conferences and Events, Broken Arrow

**ASSISTANT DIRECTOR CONFERENCES & EVENTS, BROKEN ARROW**

**JOB
SUMMARY**

This
position is responsible for coordinating the scheduling of conferences and
events through the University Center.  In
addition, this position will manage all marketing efforts within auxiliary
services, including university housing.

**MAJOR DUTIES**

Schedules meeting spaces in the University Center and other assigned campus facilities; schedules the use of equipment, tables, chairs and other items.
Facilitates logistical support for clients.
Works with other university departments as needed to provide client services.
Coordinates the oversight of facility set-up.
Maintains database and scheduling program.
Participates in the planning and execution of designated university events.
Recruits, schedules, contracts and invoices summer conferences.
Assists in the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of summer conference student staff.
Prepares and processes client billing.
Develops and manages budgets.
Develops and implements auxiliary and housing marketing strategies.
Seeks opportunities to enhance auxiliary services image
Performs related duties as assigned.

**KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION**

Knowledge of conference and event planning principles.
Knowledge of standard business practices.
Knowledge of business marketing principles
Knowledge of scheduling software.
Knowledge of budget management principles.
Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in development of marketing programs and materials
Skill in oral and written communication.

**SUPERVISORY
CONTROLS**

The Auxiliary Services Director assigns work in terms of goals
and instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with
procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

**GUIDELINES**

Guidelines include university policies and procedures, relevant
state and federal laws, and fire and safety codes. These guidelines require
judgment, selection and interpretation in application.

**COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK**

The work consists of varied duties associated with the marketing and scheduling of University Center facilities and university housing. Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to assist in directing the marketing and scheduling of university facilities and university housing.Success in this position results in the successful marketing and use of university facilities.

**CONTACTS**

Contacts are typically with co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, clients, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, to provide services, or to motivate or influence persons.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT**

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects.
The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors occasionally in cold or inclement weather.

**SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT
RESPONSIBILITY**

This
position has direct supervision over assigned student personnel.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years ofexperience or service.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Annual salary $43,896.00 with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.
Anticipated hire date: 12/7/2026 
Applications will be accepted until: 11/16/2026 
**NOTE:** Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted. To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile. 

**NOTICE TO APPLICANTS**

It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process.  Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.