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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Director of Development, Texas McCombs
Hiring Department:
Red McCombs School of Business
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands‑on experiences alongside the ground‑breaking research and thought‑leadership of a world‑class faculty. The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human‑centered and future‑focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow, and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world.
For more information about Texas McCombs please visit https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/
Purpose The Assistant Director will support the McCombs Donor Experience and Signature Events (DESE) team in advancing engagement with donors, board members, and friends of the school through strategic event logistics and execution. This position will work in close partnership with the Director of DESE, who retains overall responsibility for event execution. The Assistant Director will be a key contributor to logistics planning and pre‑event preparation, ensuring successful experiences for alumni, donors, current students and prospective students. Collaboration with the full DESE team is essential.
Responsibilities
Support planning and logistics for McCombs strategic donor and alumni engagement events in key cities (e.g., New York, Dallas, Houston, London).
Help manage venue coordination, catering, attendee lists and supplies.
Work closely with the DESE team to coordinate messaging and branding.
Coordinate meeting logistics and programming for BBA Advisory Board, MBA Board, NYFM Council, WSFM Council, and other leadership groups. Collaborate with the Senior Associate Director to ensure alignment on invitations, agendas, and post‑event follow‑up. Support committee breakout sessions and manage event materials. Support council stewardship events and pipeline‑building engagements in partnership with the Senior Associate Director. Assist with run‑of‑show, agenda and PowerPoint materials.
Work closely with the Director on logistics for McCombs‑wide signature events; manage timelines, vendor communications and collateral preparation; assist with event materials and day‑of support.
Coordinate logistics for global‑facing engagement opportunities and global city alumni engagement events.
Plan and support student‑mixers and related events to enhance the School's academic programs, student experience and community‑building between New York for McCombs board members and students.
Liaise with the Wall Street for McCombs academic program to support co‑curricular programming that builds the student pipeline to alumni networks.
Assist the Director with event strategy, vendor negotiations, and DESE‑wide initiatives; provide prep and staffing support to team‑led events as needed; serve as a backup for other team members during peak periods; collaborate with stakeholders across the School of Business, University Development, Office of the Provost, President's Office and other university groups on event operations.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of seven years of experience in event management.
Demonstrated ability to multi‑task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision; self‑starter and self‑reliant; able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated proficiency in organizing and recording data.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
Strong attention to detail and demonstrated organizational and analytical skills.
Experience using Microsoft Office.
Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
Experience composing correspondence and other written materials.
Ability to travel nationally and internationally on an occasional basis for events in key cities.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience working in a higher education setting.
Experience working with The University of Texas rules, policies, procedures and event planning.
Salary Range $64,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work under standard office conditions with repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Occasional travel.
This is an Austin, Texas‑based position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship of work visas.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
Letter of interest
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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Assistant Director of Development, Texas McCombs
Hiring Department:
Red McCombs School of Business
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands‑on experiences alongside the ground‑breaking research and thought‑leadership of a world‑class faculty. The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human‑centered and future‑focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow, and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world.
For more information about Texas McCombs please visit https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/
Purpose The Assistant Director will support the McCombs Donor Experience and Signature Events (DESE) team in advancing engagement with donors, board members, and friends of the school through strategic event logistics and execution. This position will work in close partnership with the Director of DESE, who retains overall responsibility for event execution. The Assistant Director will be a key contributor to logistics planning and pre‑event preparation, ensuring successful experiences for alumni, donors, current students and prospective students. Collaboration with the full DESE team is essential.
Responsibilities
Support planning and logistics for McCombs strategic donor and alumni engagement events in key cities (e.g., New York, Dallas, Houston, London).
Help manage venue coordination, catering, attendee lists and supplies.
Work closely with the DESE team to coordinate messaging and branding.
Coordinate meeting logistics and programming for BBA Advisory Board, MBA Board, NYFM Council, WSFM Council, and other leadership groups. Collaborate with the Senior Associate Director to ensure alignment on invitations, agendas, and post‑event follow‑up. Support committee breakout sessions and manage event materials. Support council stewardship events and pipeline‑building engagements in partnership with the Senior Associate Director. Assist with run‑of‑show, agenda and PowerPoint materials.
Work closely with the Director on logistics for McCombs‑wide signature events; manage timelines, vendor communications and collateral preparation; assist with event materials and day‑of support.
Coordinate logistics for global‑facing engagement opportunities and global city alumni engagement events.
Plan and support student‑mixers and related events to enhance the School's academic programs, student experience and community‑building between New York for McCombs board members and students.
Liaise with the Wall Street for McCombs academic program to support co‑curricular programming that builds the student pipeline to alumni networks.
Assist the Director with event strategy, vendor negotiations, and DESE‑wide initiatives; provide prep and staffing support to team‑led events as needed; serve as a backup for other team members during peak periods; collaborate with stakeholders across the School of Business, University Development, Office of the Provost, President's Office and other university groups on event operations.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of seven years of experience in event management.
Demonstrated ability to multi‑task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision; self‑starter and self‑reliant; able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated proficiency in organizing and recording data.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
Strong attention to detail and demonstrated organizational and analytical skills.
Experience using Microsoft Office.
Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
Experience composing correspondence and other written materials.
Ability to travel nationally and internationally on an occasional basis for events in key cities.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience working in a higher education setting.
Experience working with The University of Texas rules, policies, procedures and event planning.
Salary Range $64,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work under standard office conditions with repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Occasional travel.
This is an Austin, Texas‑based position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship of work visas.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
Letter of interest
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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