Director of Experiential Engagement

Baylor University • Waco, TX

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About The Position

The Director of Experiential Engagement supports the mission of Baylor University by providing strategic leadership in the planning, development, execution, and evaluation of high-impact experiential engagement opportunities that strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, parents, and friends of the University. This role collaborates with internal and external partners to design and deliver sophisticated events and experiences that advance the University's fundraising, donor engagement, stewardship, and institutional priorities.

This position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends in support of University events, donor engagement activities, and other institutional priorities.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience are required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment, initiative, and independent decision-making
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and develop professional staff while fostering collaboration and accountability
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage senior university leadership, major donors, Regents, volunteers, alumni, and external partners with professionalism and discretion
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple complex events simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to delivering a high level of customer service and event excellence
• Knowledge of event production, hospitality, vendor management, contract administration, and printing processes
• Experience utilizing CRM and database systems, with a willingness to learn new technologies and event management platforms
• Strong analytical, budget management, and fundraising knowledge
• Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise discretion in sensitive situations
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate challenges, solve problems proactively, and adapt to changing priorities
• Professional appearance, demeanor, and commitment to representing Baylor University with excellence
• A valid US Driver License with a clear driving record of at least two years is required.
• Must be able to travel outside of the state of Texas.
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• A master's degree and six years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Additional education or experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative, imaginative events that recognize the contributions of major donors, cultivate prospective donors and promote fundraising initiatives
• Prepare written event plans, budgets, engage campus partners throughout implementation
• Develop event strategies, guest lists, etc. for high profile events with University senior administration and other departments/schools across campus
• Understand desired outcomes for event programming and achieve those outcomes
• Facilitate and/or coordinate special projects, reports, and request from senior administration within University Development, Marketing and Communications, Alumni Engagement and the President’s office
• Develop and implement creative and meaningful follow-up components for major donors in conjunction with senior management of Advancement
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• generous time off
• tuition remission
• outstanding automatic retirement contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director