Director of Conferences and Events

Unit/Department: Conferences and Events Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications of the selected candidate The Director will lead a team to deliver exceptional service, manage logistics, and ensure alignment with the university's mission and brand. Job Duties: • 40% - Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the department • 20% - Recruits, trains, and supervises student conference staff • 15% - Develops plans and coordinates large scale, high profile events and summer conference/off season rental opportunities generating net revenues to the goal agreed upon with the supervisor • 5% - Develops the conference/event business through relationships as well as marketing • 5% - Works with campus community and external clients to schedule all conference needs into the appropriate campus facilities and residences based on date and type of program, projected number of attendees, dining service needs and other requirements such as meeting and group spaces • 5% - Coverage of external events and conferences on evenings and weekends when necessary • 5% - Other duties as assigned Salary and Benefits: If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our Drake Benefits Guide 2025.