Executive Director, Events & Venue Management (488P) [231]

Executive Director, Events & Venue Management

• 488P (cert) or 488V (class)
• Division

Chief of Staff

• Annual Central Office Personnel or Professional/Supervisory Support
• Department

Events & Venue Management

Annual Administrative

Chief of Staff

CED (5, 6, or 7) or NKX1

Exempt

Monthly

The Cobb County School District is the second largest school system in Georgia and among the largest in the United States, serving over 103,000 students, 112 schools, over 18,000 employees and a $1B annual general fund budget.

Provides leadership to the Events Department to deliver an effective communications program and to manage and produce events for both internal and public audiences.

Requirements Educational Level: Master’s degree preferred Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Driver's License required, Class B preferred; Valid Georgia Leadership Certificate (L-5 or higher) preferred Experience: Minimum five (5) years of leadership/management experience Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; knowledge and practical experience in organizational communications, public communications, event management, event production, event technology and project management

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Duties Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance. Manages the functions of the Events Services and Venue Management business units to support the district's strategic plan, vision, mission, priorities, goals, and objectives that support the district's brand and image. Monitors and evaluates the processes and results used to plan, manage, and produce events, processes and efficiencies of venue management, and supporting activities with a focus on quality, effectiveness, and consistency. Leverages district resources consistently and strategically. Oversees, plans, and coordinates department and staff functions of the Events & Venue Management Department. Coordinates and facilitates internal and public events and projects to ensure activities are well‑planned and executed effectively to produce intended results. Plans, organizes and implements long‑term and short‑term programs, activities, and services in support of strategic initiatives for the district at the direction of the Chief of Staff. Develops schedule of strategic events and administrative meetings. Provides leadership for all aspects of the planning, management, coordination, and production of District events. Provides leadership for all aspects of district graduation functions. Attends Board of Education meetings and coordinates associated multimedia content and technology. Attends and supports selected professional meetings and community forums, as needed. Provides event planning, management, coordination, and production of the annual Teacher of the Year events and other events sponsored by strategic partners which support the district. Works collaboratively and effectively with other District divisions to achieve and communicate the strategic plan, vision, mission, priorities, goals, and objectives of the district. Manages the budgets of the Events & Venue Management Department and allocates resources appropriately. Hires, supervises, manages, and evaluates staff in the Events & Venue Management Department. Recruits, trains, assigns, and supervises student interns to provide content development and event design, planning, coordination, and production. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator. Other Information

This position has important responsibilities in the school community. As such, the actions of this position are potentially subject to a high degree of public and community scrutiny and must always reflect the efficient and effective use of resources. The candidate must demonstrate operational and financial acumen and deal sensitively and responsibly with the community, central office departments, various groups and organizations, and a diverse community.

Application Requirements Resume Letter of Interest Copy of your Teaching/Leadership Certificates Most Recent Summative or Annual Evaluation

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