Stewardship and Hospitality Event CoordinatorRequisition ID: 2024-8453of Openings: 1Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Other
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Non-Exempt
College: University Advancement
Department: Vice President-Univ Advancement
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefitsOverview
Athletic Development Mission:To invite alumni and friends of Utah State University to support Aggie athletics through engagement and philanthropy.Position Summary:Under the direction of the Associate Athletics Director for Development with additional oversight and coordination from the Director of Development for Annual Giving, responsibilities of the Stewardship and Hospitality Event Coordinator (Program Associate) include, but are not limited to: developing stewardship and donor relations strategies and experiences, execution of events and programs that enhance the Big Blue Club donor experience, donor acknowledgments, impact reporting, executing gameday operations for premium spaces, ensuring seamless and exceptional premium experiences at Maverik Stadium and Dee Glen Smith Spectrum.The Stewardship and Hospitality Event Coordinator works closely with campus partners to conceptualize and administer donor relations activities in support of recognizing gifts to Utah State University Athletics by creating unique experiences and meaningful communications for current prospects and donors. These experiences and celebrations may occur both surrounding and independent of athletics contests. The position will also manage game day operations for premium seating and hospitality areas for football, and communication plan for premium seating donors.Responsibilities
Deliver exceptional experiences to prospects and donors of Utah State University Athletics.
Plan and execute of all events for the Big Blue Club including Aggie Auction, Hall of Fame, Big Blue Classic golf tournament, athletic team reunions.
Develop a comprehensive donor relations and stewardship strategy for the purpose of donor retention and customer service to include fundraising and acquisition events, benefit fulfillment, premium engagement, and gift acknowledgements.
Strategically execute gameday operations for premium seating spaces, ensuring seamless and exceptional customer experiences at Maverik Stadium and Dee Glen Smith Spectrum.
Coordinate with and train hospitality staff including interns, development assistants, and president's ambassadors.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders in oversight and creation of menus, booking event space, operations manuals, vendor contracts, and service providers.
Helps define stewardship and event success metrics, facilitate de-brief meetings, track feedback, and ensure suggestions are enacted where appropriate.
Support other athletics development and Advancement initiatives as needed.
Willingness to work athletics events, including nights and weekends, is required.
Some travel may be required.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Four years combination of education and/or experience
Commitment to following NCAA rules.
Preferred Qualifications: For full info follow application link.USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by Universi
ty policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).
