Requisition

ID 121820

Date Created July 13, 2026 Job Family Communications, Marketing & Events Job Subfamily Events Job Function Program Management Exempt Status Exempt Shift Type Full Time Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM Worksite 01-

DC:

District of Columbia Work Modality Hybrid:

On-site 60-89% of hours worked (

Ex:

3-4 out of 5 days/week) The Hopkins Bloomberg Center is seeking a Deputy Director, Programming to support high-level national and local events in support of various areas. This role will oversee a school/division-wide strategy to plan, manage, and execute all aspects of virtual and in-person events. This position has oversight responsibility for a complex events function with division-wide accountability, or for a comparable unit with significant event-planning responsibilities. This Deputy Director position manages a programming team, with an emphasis on a portfolio of strategic partner relationships and talent and speaker development. This role will include design and management of the speaker lifecycle, from brainstorming talent and bookings to speaker logistics and talent experience on-site. The Deputy Director will ensure alignment and seamless communication with internal and external partners throughout the event planning process, advise on partnership renewals and expansions, and communicate the Hopkins Bloomberg Center's value as a destination for innovative speakers and leaders across industries. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Events Strategy, Budgeting and Project & Management Plan and execute all key annual and special events including but not limited to: Commencement, Parent's Weekend, alumni and donor events, awards ceremonies, unique events such as presidential inaugurations, centennial anniversaries, and comprehensive campaigns. Appoint sub-committees comprised of representatives from across the division (faculty, staff, and administrators), establish planning timelines and benchmarks, and monitor progress throughout the planning period. Serve as chair of the overall planning committees while providing significant guidance to all sub-committees. Manage complex budgets of significant size, negotiate with vendors and arrange for the utilization of institutional resources. Ensure adherence to proper protocol and etiquette at all events. Manage staff, make hiring decisions, provide coaching, training and mentoring, manage performance and determine staffing needs. Provide administrative direction to staff by applying technical knowledge in the implementation and execution of the planned programs for special events and conferences services operations. Create and implement strategic planning and performance management processes for designated area. Digital Production Stay current on industry software, e.g. Social Tables, InitLive, Formstack, Eventbrite, Cvent, and Boomset to improve event planning processes. Network with company representatives and university employees utilizing programs and make implementation recommendations to meet needs. Use software such as Teams, Zoom, and IBM Player to facilitate virtual events including live-streaming programming, podcasts, and other externally facing broadcasts. Oversee analysis of engagement metrics for events. Vendor Relationships May serve as primary resource and liaison on matters related to external events. Strategic Planning for Off-Campus Events Provide expert advice on management of large-scale events, including vendor and client contractual recommendations and considerations. Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree. Seven years of related experience with political, historic, or cultural venue events sales and management, preferably in an academic or nonprofit setting. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications 10 years related experience planning and managing large-scale and complex national events in higher education or comparable field. Experience in technical production for large-scale events. CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) through the Convention and Industry Council (CIC). CMM (Certified Meeting Manager) through the Convention and Industry Council (CIC). Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) through the Convention and Industry Council (CIC). CMM (Certified Meeting Manager) through the Convention and Industry Council (CIC). DES (Digital Event Strategist) through Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA).

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency Branding Advanced Budgeting:

Advanced Event Planning:

Advanced Guest Relations:

Advanced Project Management:

Advanced Public Relations:

Advanced Strategic Communications:

Advanced Vendor Management:

Advanced Vendor Relationship Management:

Advanced The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title:

Director Events-Divisional Job Posting Title (Working Title): Deputy Director, Programming (Hopkins Bloomberg Center)

Role/Level/Range:

ATP/04/PE

Starting Salary Range:

$73,300 - $150,000 Annually (Commensurate with Experience) Employee group:

Full Time Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00

PM FLSA Status:

Exempt Location:

Hybird/ District of Columbia Department name: 555 Penn Personnel area: University Administration Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:

JHU Equivalency Formula:

30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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