Meeting/Event Director directs the overall planning and strategy for live or virtual meetings and events for an organization. Defines the goals, success metrics, and messaging for events. Being a Meeting/Event Director implements best practices and develops planning standards, policies. and procedures. Additionally, Meeting/Event Director develops a network of vendors. Approves the final selection of venues, catering, technology, and other event support services. Reviews and approves contracts and has overall responsibility for ensuring events stay within budget. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Meeting/Event Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Meeting/Event Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Director of Development is the lead fundraising officer for the Morrison Center for the Performing Arts. The position’s primary responsibilities include working closely with the Executive Director of the Morrison Center, program directors, volunteer/advisory boards, and committees to develop fundraising priorities and strategies. This position also partners with central Advancement, Advancement colleagues throughout campus to advance philanthropic giving to key priorities through ongoing annual fundraising, alumni engagement, corporate and foundation relations, and major, principle, and planned giving.
The Director of Development oversees the Morrison Center’s comprehensive campaign activities as well as annual fund program, and ensures the alignment of the Center’s campaign with any current or future comprehensive campaign on the part of the university. This is a position that is heavily focused on networking and building relationships and committed to the tracking of measures and metrics to build a pipeline of donors to support the aspirations of the Executive Director, program directors, and volunteers/patrons of the Morrison Center and the university as a whole. This position is expected to travel independently and work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
University Advancement is the primary fundraising arm of Boise State University. We work to build relationships and support for the university by developing and nurturing donor-centered relationships and stewarding gifts made in support of Boise State. University Advancement collaborates with the Boise State University Alumni Association, Boise State University Foundation, and the Bronco Athletic Association.
Boise State Advancement Vision and Values
Vision
Create the best culture of philanthropy and alumni engagement of any public university in the country.
Values
Collaboration – Engage all stakeholders to the benefit of the university.
Communication – We are clear, concise, and consistent in all forms of communication.
Integrity – We are direct, truthful, and follow through on our commitments.
Inclusion – We proactively reach out to and embrace all stakeholders.
Ownership – We share responsibilities and outcomes.
Continuous Improvement – We never settle and are always looking for ways to improve.
Performance – We plan, execute, measure, and report.
Recognized subject matter expert who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field with limited oversight from managers. Independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; requires deep job knowledge of area typically obtained through higher education combined with experience. Manages large projects or processes and problems faced are difficult and often complex; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures.
60% of the time the Director of Development must:
35% of the time the Director of Development must:
5% of the time the Director of Development must:
Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years’ experience or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
Salary range starts at $78,000 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family. Learn more about our benefit options at https://www.boisestate.edu/hrs/benefits/.
Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest and qualifications for the position. Attach a resume that includes employment history (including dates of employment).
Open until filled with review of applications beginning March 18, 2024.
Advertised: February 22, 2024 Mountain Standard Time
Applications close: