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Constituent Programming and Events 

The Constituent Programming and Events Manager oversees the strategic development, implementation, execution, and assessment of constituent engagement programs, events, and related services designed to strengthen relationships between the University and external stakeholders, community partners, organizations, and affiliated groups; collaborates with institutional leadership, internal departments, and external constituents to advance engagement initiatives, enhance visibility, and support institutional priorities; provides leadership for complex programs and events and oversees staff, operational processes, and strategic planning activities related to constituent engagement and outreach.

• Manage, develop, direct, and coordinate constituent engagement programs, outreach initiatives, services, and events that support institutional objectives and strengthen external relationships
• Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of new engagement initiatives, programs, and events, including revisions or enhancements to existing offerings and services
• Establish and implement strategic plans, goals, timelines, and operational processes for programs and events; coordinate staffing, logistics, communications, and support services as needed
• Ensure programs and events deliver high-quality customer service, accessibility, inclusivity, and positive participant experiences
• Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and collaborative programming
• Develop and manage program and event budgets; identify operational needs, monitor expenditures, and ensure effective stewardship of resources
• Establish, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, standards, and best practices related to program administration, event management, constituent engagement, and operational activities
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of departmental systems, processes, technologies, and workflow procedures
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with University leadership, alumni, community organizations, corporate partners, vendors, volunteers, advisory groups, and external stakeholders
• Represent the University through participation in professional associations, community organizations, business groups, civic activities, and external engagement opportunities
• Oversee operational planning and administrative functions related to programs, events, and constituent engagement activities
• Establish performance metrics and key indicators to measure engagement success and operational effectiveness
• Analyze program outcomes, engagement data, and participation trends to evaluate effectiveness and recommend strategic improvements
• Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate efforts among multiple departments and external partners to support initiatives and events
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee compliance with institutional policies and risk management requirements
• Collaborate in the development of long-range engagement strategies aligned with institutional priorities and community needs
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, contractual obligations, accessibility standards, and applicable regulations
• Provide leadership and direction for assigned staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, performance management, scheduling, and professional development

Level:

– Manager

Base Description:

– Manages direct reports where primary duty is the management of a working unit.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient ability in work design, project management, financial planning and development of goals for accomplishing unit assignments. Reviews and guides work to ensure conformity to policy and effective approaches. Evaluates employee performance and recommend development opportunities. Demonstrates ability to coach employees. Presents and communicates key university indicatives and connects it to unit contributions. Provides broad guidelines. Develops, evaluates, enhances, and/or implements quality improvement practices. Recommends innovative solutions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Oversees a team (typically 4 or more; no fewer than 2) full
– time direct reports of individual contributors and/or first level supervisors.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Monitors and tracks department/area budget
– May plan, forecast, and/or assist in developing budgets
– May have final signature authority for specific area

Problem Solving:

– Encounters varied and complex problems
– Helps to develop creative and/or novel approaches to resolve problems that are difficult in nature but within limited scope
– Modifies, adapts, or refines guidelines if necessary to resolve issues or problems

Independence of Action:

– Works independently on complex or strategic assignments
– Uses existing practices and advanced working knowledge to determine appropriate work methods for the team
– Reviews completed work of others for conformity to policy, and effectiveness of approach
– Delegates advanced tasks to others

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates with both internal and external audiences
– Collaborates closely with team members and various areas across the University
– Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on complex issues and delivers to a broad variety of audiences
– Communicates key university initiatives and how unit’s work contributes to their achievement
– Presents ideas, concepts and instructions in a clear manner, and uses persuasion and negotiation to build consensus and cooperation
– Establishes and maintains networks to facilitate successful communication among units

• Comp Grade – 11
• Minimum – $68,200.00
• MidPoint – $85,200.00
• Maximum – $102,300.00

• Coaching
• Event planning
• Forecasting
• Goal setting
• Influence & Persuasion
• Operations management
• Policy implementation
• Presentation Skills
• Program evaluation
• Project Management
• Public speaking
• Stewardship
• Strategic Financial Planning