Assistant Director of University Advancement Operations

🇺🇸 Springfield, MO 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $53K 💻 Communications 🗓️ June 3rd, 2026

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Missouri State University is hiring an Assistant Director of University Advancement Operations. The role involves providing senior-level operational leadership for the Clifton M. Smart III University Advancement Center by directing its operations, event and meeting services, facility scheduling, technology integration, and digital engagement strategies while overseeing the Advancement Ambassador program to support donor relations, alumni engagement, and university events.

Highlights

Leads operations for the Clifton M. Smart III University Advancement Center including event and meeting services and facility scheduling.
Manages technology integration and digital engagement strategies.
Oversees the Advancement Ambassador program.
Requires strong independent judgment and represents the center to diverse stakeholders.
Needs a bachelor’s degree in communications, hospitality management, higher education administration, or related field; master’s preferred.
At least three years of experience managing complex event planning or facility management operations.
Proficiency with digital media, event technology, scheduling systems, content management software, databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and social media applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills essential.
Salary is $53,000 annually.
Employment requires a criminal background check and official transcripts at hire.