Lead, Ceremonial & Reputational Events

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance and retirement benefits

Professional development

On-site at UT Austin

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Assistant Director for Ceremonial & Reputational Events to lead planning, execution, and continuous improvement of high‑visibility university events. You will manage complex timelines, budgets, vendor coordination, and on‑site execution while aligning with university priorities and standards.

This role builds strong relationships with campus partners, external vendors, and senior stakeholders to deliver polished, mission‑aligned events that elevate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in event management, hospitality, operations or related field.
• At least four years of experience coordinating complex or high‑visibility events in a university or similar setting.
• Strong communication, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to support senior partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution for ceremonial and reputational events from concept to close‑out.
• Manage timelines, production schedules, budgets, and vendor coordination.
• Build relationships with campus partners, vendors, and senior stakeholders.
• Prepare agendas, briefs, production documents and post‑event follow‑ups.

Skills

Event management

Budgeting

Stakeholder relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Calendar management

Project management tools

Document management systems

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Assistant Director for Ceremonial & Reputational Events to lead planning, execution, and continuous improvement of high‑visibility university events. You will manage complex timelines, budgets, vendor coordination, and on‑site execution while aligning with university priorities and standards.

This role builds strong relationships with campus partners, external vendors, and senior stakeholders to deliver polished, mission‑aligned events that elevate