Director of Engagement and Events

About the role

This is a civilian position that works for a 501(c)3 non-profit that supports the Air Force Academy. The position does not require military service or graduation from the United States Air Force Academy. The United States Air Force Academy Association & Foundation ('Association & Foundation') believe strongly that the United States Air Force Academy ('Academy') is a vital national resource, upholding the invaluable mission of developing leaders of character for our Air Force, Space Force and nation. The Association & Foundation have joined forces to accomplish their complementary missions to actively support these leaders as well as the Academy and its cadets. The core values of the United States Air Force Academy are Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. These same core values guide the Association & Foundation, as well as our boards and staff. The Association and Foundation, in support of the Academy, seeks an engaging, energetic, and detail-oriented leader to serve as the Director of Engagement and Events ('Director').

Responsibilities

• Report to the Executive Vice President of Alumni Relations
• Understand, uphold, and promote the ethical standards and core values of the Academy, and the Association & Foundation
• Learn and understand how the Association & Foundation interacts with the Academy and other Academy-related nonprofit organizations that support various areas of the Academy
• Develop and execute a successful events and engagement program to execute all Association and Foundation signature events, including but not limited to: Distinguished Graduate Award Dinner; Association and Foundation Board Meetings and social events, Honorary Membership Recognition; Jabara Award Dinner; Appointee-Family Welcome Day; Dedication Ceremonies; Heritage Days; Next of Kin Memorial Ceremony Event; Tailgates, Harmon Dinners, philanthropic gatherings and other graduate and cadet engagement events (socials, etc.)
• Direct the strategic vision and overall planning and strategy for live and/or virtual meetings and events for the Association and Foundation
• Lead and develop a comprehensive team of professionals responsible for engagement programs, graduate and event execution; establish performance standards,