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Director of University Conference Services
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Position Number: 5945800
Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Conference and Events Administration

Director of University Conference Services

Conference Services, Lincoln Center

Fordham University

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.

Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents

A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.

As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.

As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 10 vacation days, 12 sick days, 4 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New year.

University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Administration, the Director of University Conference Services is responsible for coordinating events sponsored by on-campus and off-campus groups to maximize a successful and profitable conference service program for the University.

This position requires travel to other university locations as well as evening and weekend hours.

Essential Functions

Manages and actively solicits for external events and campus space rentals.

Develops and oversees contracts, insurance requirements and invoices for external group events and catering.

Provides campus tours of facilities for potential clients including summer conference groups.

Negotiates and oversees corporate hotel rates and reservations for individual and group stays for University guests; conducts site visits with hotels and other venues for lodging.

Facilitates internal and external events, including all summer conferences at the Lincoln Center and Rose Hill campuses, and determines charges as it relates to the cost of events. Provides other hospitality information including restaurants and other off campus venues for University events.

Coordinates all filming by external groups for movies and television at all campuses.

Participates in pre-conference meetings with client, food service and operations for large scale events.

Manages conference budgets, forecasting revenue and potential growth by identifying sources of additional business opportunities. Produce BPREP budgets for projected revenue and expenditures.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

Supervises the work of other Fordham employees who are individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, training and developing, managing performance and administering corrective action. Has significant input in compensation decisions.

Additional Functions

Develops ongoing relationships with custodial, security and outside vendors to ensure effective communications as relates to the successful outcome of an event.

Works closely with Residential Life in coordinating and implementing a successful summer conference program.

Assists with other University events, such as Jesuit Ordinations.

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum of six years' related experience in Conference Services or similar work settings.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Proven ability to plan for and manage multiple projects independently and effectively, ensuring deadlines are met.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education

Minimum Starting Salary: $115,000

Maximum Starting Salary: $125,000

Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

START DATE: ASAP

APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/8807

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories