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Assistant Director, Onboarding and Employee Events at University of Chicago | LAYIQ

Education: Bachelor’s degree.
Coursework in project management, business, communications, marketing, hospitality management, or non-profit management.
Experience: Minimum two years of work experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, public relations, hospitality sector, sales, or similar professional field.
Supporting the planning and execution of in-person, virtual, or hybrid events, meetings, conferences, or programs.
Coordinating cross-team projects with multiple stakeholders.
Technical Skills or Knowledge: Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the internal workings of the University as well as the technology tools available to Advancement, including Phoenix, the University's donor relationship management salesforce system.
Proficient in a Microsoft Windows computer environment, especially Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
Proficiency with project management and task tracking tools.
Preferred Competencies
Manage confidential information with discretion and tact.
Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Build and maintain positive relations with team members and unit partners, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Maintain a high level of attention to detail, ensuring all work is completed accurately and thoroughly.
Flexibility and adaptability to new programs in an emerging and changing environment.
Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills characterized by the ability to listen, speak, and write effectively.
Self-motivated and take initiative.
Working Conditions
This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in office presence.
Standard office environment.
Travel to campus and/or non-campus locations for University business.
Work evenings and weekends as needed.
This position is located in Hyde Park at 5235 South Harper Court.
This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter, addressed to Hiring Committee (preferred)
The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Communications
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
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