Marketing Manager
Job Description
Job Posting Title:
Marketing Manager----
Hiring Department:
University Housing and Dining----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40----
FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA----
Earliest Start Date:
Jun 26, 2026----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue----
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS----
Job Details:
General Notes
BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
Free Capital Metro bus rides
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Career growth & professional development
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!
Purpose
Leads the day-to-day execution of marketing campaigns and initiatives for University Housing and Dining (UHD). Reporting to the Associate Director for Marketing, the Marketing Manager oversees routine and ongoing marketing efforts across UHD areas, supervises the Marketing Specialist team, and ensures assigned projects are delivered efficiently, consistently, and in alignment with established brand standards. The role also supports the Associate Director for Marketing on higher-level, high-impact initiatives through coordination and execution, while maintaining strong collaboration across marketing functions.
Responsibilities
Leads and manages routine, day-to-day marketing campaigns and initiatives that support UHD programs, services, and operations. Works directly with UHD partners to understand goals and expectations for assigned projects and translates those needs into clear execution plans. Ensures campaign messaging, timelines, and channel use align with established brand standards and departmental priorities.
Supervises and supports Marketing Specialists and student staff responsible for executing marketing projects. Provides direction, support, and feedback to ensure effective execution and professional growth. Manages workload distribution, clarifies expectations, and resolves day-to-day challenges in coordination with the Associate Director for Marketing.
Oversees the execution of marketing projects assigned to the Marketing team following intake. Work with operation manager to develop work plans, assign tasks and deadlines, as needed, and monitor progress to ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule. Coordinates daily workflow between marketing, creative, communications, and UHD partners, reviewing deliverables to ensure quality and brand compliance prior to release.
Supports the Associate Director for Marketing on higher-level, strategic marketing campaigns and initiatives by assisting with planning, coordination, and execution as assigned. Helps translate strategic direction into actionable components for the team and may manage defined portions of larger initiatives while maintaining alignment with broader departmental goals.
Conducts market research, audience analysis and benchmarking to identify opportunities for improved engagement, awareness and campaign effectiveness. Provides data-driven insights and recommendations that support marketing decisions, campaign optimization and continuous improvement of UHD marketing initiatives.
Performs additional responsibilities as assigned in support of UHD’s marketing operations and departmental goals. May include participation in events, assisting with promotional activities, or supporting other UHD initiatives as needed. Some evening or weekend work may be required during peak operational periods or major events.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
At least 3 years experience in a supervisory/manager capacity.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
3 or more years of experience in marketing, project coordination, and/or campaign management.
Experience working in a higher education environment.
Experience using digital marketing platforms, analytics tools, supporting content, creative processes and/or campaign production.
Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities with attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment and uphold brand standards.
Salary Range
$65,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions
Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation
Climbing stairs
Lifting and moving
Work Shift
Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Work days, hours, and area may vary based upon the needs of University Housing and Dining.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.