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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
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ABOUT UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a graduate health sciences university. UCSF is renowned for its excellence in educating and training students in the health professions. Its Schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy, and the Graduate Division all rank among the nation's most prestigious advanced study programs in the health sciences.
For more information on UCSF, please visit http://www.ucsf.edu.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Executive Director, Development and Alumni Services, the Director of Special Events (DSE) develops, plans, and implements a complex annual calendar of 40+ events to increase the engagement and participation of donors and prospects.
The DSE manages a staff of four full-time equivalents as well as numerous volunteers.
The position is classified at level MSP II.
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
* Provide a broad range of event planning services for the university,
schools, and clinical programs.
* Manage select major campus ceremonies.
* Serve as the primary campus resource for general event planning issues,
protocols, administrative policies, and federal regulations related to events.
* Serve as the university's liaison with community organizations producing
events benefiting UCSF.
* Develop unique event programs that appeal to targeted audiences and align with
institutional goals.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
* At least five years progressively responsible event planning experience, preferably within an academic or health care
setting
* Experience conceiving, planning, implementing, and analyzing a wide variety of
events for various constituencies
* Superb creative and communication skills
* In-depth knowledge of protocol and resources required to ensure appropriate
engagement of diplomats and VIPs
* Understanding of IRS, FTB, HIPAA, and other government regulations as they
relate to special events
* Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends and travel periodically
* Ability to obtain security clearance through a fingerprinting and background
check
* Bachelor's degree and experience in non-profits or
an equivalent combination of education and experience
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to: ucsfdse@pamelacook.com. We will respond to all applications.
UCSF offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including vacation and holiday leave and medical, vision and dental insurance.
Applicants may be subject to background checks.