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Senior Associate Director, University Events

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Feb 03, 2026

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	The George Washington University Division of University Advancement is seeking a Senior Associate Director, University Events. University Advancement fosters meaningful relationships with a broad array of constituents - alumni, families, faculty, staff, corporations, foundations, patients, and friends. We are committed to creating and leading a culture of philanthropy across our entire community. Through innovative and strategic fundraising and engagement, we support GW's mission of excellence in education, research, scholarship, and patient care, empowering our institution to thrive in an ever-changing world. The Division is seeking a Senior Associate Director, University Events. The position will report to the Director, University Events. This is a central position that executes university-wide, visible, prestigious events, such as Commencement, Presidential Inauguration, awards ceremonies, centennial anniversaries, and comprehensive campaigns. The core responsibilities of this role are to plan and execute large events, to lead sub-committees comprised of representatives from across the university (faculty, staff, and administrators), to establish project plans, timelines and benchmarks, and to monitor event progress. This position also manages complex budgets of significant size, negotiates with vendors and arranges for the utilization of institutional resources. This position will also coordinate large groups of volunteers and temporary staff. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. The position is based at GW's Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC (but may require some local travel).
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Hiring Range	$72,235.20 - $99,250.68
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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	University Advancement
Family	Safety and Facilities
Sub-Family	Events
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, some occasional weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	Hybrid
Telework:	Yes
Required Background Check:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	S014031
Job Open Date:	02/02/2026
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.