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Director of Special Events and Programs

Poughkeepsie, NY, US💼 Full-time💰 $71,700–$71,700🗓 2026-09-22 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develops and executes high-impact events and educational programs to engage alumni and community members in support of institutional goals.

Role type

Director of Special Events and Programs (Administrator)

Builds

On-campus, off-campus, and virtual events and educational programs

Domain

Higher Education / Nonprofit Advancement

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (Events & Programs)

Required skills

Event planning, Leadership, Budget development, Metrics analysis, CRM database management, Cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Alum engagement strategy, Data-driven decision-making, Fundraising strategies

Responsibilities

Produce special events featuring the President and highlighting institutional priorities; Develop and implement annual educational programs (virtual and in-person); Manage team operations and standardize event planning best practices; Build relationships with stakeholders including the VP's Office and faculty; Develop and oversee operating budgets; Analyze KPIs for leadership.

Seniority

Director, hands-on leadership

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