Department
CSL Rockefeller Chapel
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Oversees the intake, logistics, and execution of all events in Rockefeller and Bond Chapels.
Works with the operations manager to assess budgetary needs for the various areas in the department while ensuring that lines of communication are clear and effective.
Hires, trains, and manages administrative and events-related professional and student staff, which includes a full-time events associate and operations manager.
Develops strong and lasting collaborations with University departments, institutes, faculty, students, staff, alumni, and with non-University partners.
Serves as the primary liaison for Rockefeller Chapel on university-wide committees.
Collaborates in developing strategic plans, identifying organizational strengths and weaknesses.
Oversees calendar and space management, program assessment and reporting.
Keeps apprised of developments related to current and future programming.
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures, and ensures adherence to University objectives, policies, and guidelines.
May assist in the development and management of event budgets. Reviews post event feedback and analyses and determines actions to improve the success of future events.
Manages contract negotiations and the selection of vendors. Works to maintain and improve relationships with vendors and service providers.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree.
Experience:
Proven track record of supervising and training both professional and student staff.
Superior written and verbal communication skills consummate with employment in a top-ranked research university.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and work effectively within a highly diverse team.
Temperament to collaborate with a demanding client base and to cultivate lasting relationships with diverse constituencies.
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrate a high level of independence while also working well as part of a team.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Possesses emotional intelligence and sensitivity when interacting with students, patrons, and fellow staff.
Fosters an atmosphere of inclusion and respect for cultural diversity.
Exhibits resilience and decisiveness; creatively and effectively allocates resources in a fast-paced, live performance environment.
Demonstrates knowledge and respect for Rockefeller Chapel's history and mission; works effectively within organizational dynamics.
Working Conditions
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds of furniture/equipment unaided.
Ability to climb 271 steps to the carillon tower.
Must be able to move between buildings, including during inclement weather.
Must be able to climb up and down stairs regularly without use of an elevator.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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