Assistant Director of Events and Marketing
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Assistant Director of Events and Marketing
University of San Diego Military and Veterans Program | Posted Feb 24, 2026 | Internship | Master (>10 yrs)
Position Status:
Full‑time regular
Location:
San Diego
Position Type:
Administrator, Office of Career Services
Position Title & Department:
Assistant Director of Events and Marketing; Career Development Center Posting #5476
Department Description:
The Career Development Center supports students in developing and achieving career goals that lead to meaningful lives.
University Description:
The University of San Diego is an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution founded in 1949 by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart. It remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and fosters the development of engaged global citizens.
Detailed Description The Assistant Director of Events and Marketing directs the Center’s engagement and visibility through two primary functions: leading the strategic execution and high‑impact event management of signature and campus‑wide programs, and developing and deploying a comprehensive marketing strategy for key initiatives. The role drives student, employer, alumni, and stakeholder engagement, manages complex logistical elements and event budgets, oversees all digital and print content production, and applies a data‑driven approach to continuously innovate and maximize impact.
In partnership with the Associate Director of Communications and Assessment, the Assistant Director implements the overarching strategic marketing, branding, outreach, and communications plans to elevate departmental impact and achieve core goals. The position holds accountability for the end‑to‑end logistics and budgetary oversight of major campus‑wide and externally facing events, including large‑scale career fairs, and develops a unified brand and messaging strategy in collaboration with campus partners such as University Communications.
The office also develops and manages the robust event calendar and hires, trains, and supervises multiple student interns.
Duties and Responsibilities Event and Engagement Management
Logistics and Engagement:
Leads the operational execution and event management of all high‑visibility events, campus‑wide Career Fairs, and strategic signature programs.
Provides strategic oversight and collaborative support across the Center's event and programming portfolio, ensuring effective logistical execution and impact.
Oversees the comprehensive execution of event logistics for all major Career Development Center events, including event registrations, space reservations, vendor and supplier management, event layout planning, and staffing.
Manages high‑profile internal/external stakeholder relationships, ensuring strong engagement and partnership continuity.
Directs and executes high‑volume, effective on‑campus promotional and outreach campaigns to maximize event awareness and student engagement.
Manages the selection and management of all internal/external event and marketing vendors, ensuring compliance with the University Procurement office.
Collaborates with campus partners to ensure optimal event management, experience, and attendance.
Effectively leads programming and event execution within a defined budget.
Develops a comprehensive event calendar and manages implementation of all initiatives across the academic year.
Experience:
Intentionally enhances the user experience (UX) and impact at all events, ensuring a seamless and high‑quality environment for attendees.
Drives attendance at events and amplifies the visibility and awareness of programming created by the Career Development Center team.
Captures media (photos/video) from events and leverages them for future marketing and promotional campaigns.
Evaluation and Enhancement:
Collaborates closely with the Assistant Director of Assessment and Data to evaluate and enhance the success, impact, and effectiveness of career development events.
Catches feedback and outcomes from events to drive the narrative of the office and promote engagement.
Utilizes a data‑driven approach and design thinking to continuously innovate and drive improvements to future events, including developing creative new engagement formats, pop‑up activations, and educational workshops.
Integrated Marketing Strategy and Execution
Strategic Planning:
Directs the implementation and campaign deployment of the marketing and branding strategy to effectively communicate the Career Development Center mission, goals, and initiatives with students, employers, and stakeholders.
Drives awareness and engagement by leading all promotional efforts across the Center’s technology ecosystem.
Provides leadership and oversight regarding key messaging, media strategy, and preparation for events.
Partners with University Marketing and other campus communicators to ensure consistent institutional messaging and equips central teams with career content for institutional use.
Oversees and executes communication campaigns to faculty, staff, campus partners, employers, and stakeholders.
Content and Collateral Production:
Directs strategies and systems to manage workflow for collateral, marketing, and promotional requests from team members and campus constituents.
Develops innovative and creative initiatives that enhance marketing strategy within the areas of graphic design, photography, video production, and digital media.
Designs and creates, or directs the design and creation of, marketing collateral including the Summer Internship Award Magazine, brochures, flyers, advertisements, and other printed, online, and physical items.
Provides administration and strategic content oversight for the Career Development Center website, ensuring optimal user experience and information architecture.
Oversees the creation of weekly student newsletters and manages all departmental social media accounts.
Digital Media:
Uses digital media to share the Career Development Center’s stories and successes with donors, prospective students, employer prospects, parents, alumni, and other stakeholders.
Ensures events and programs are archived through photographs and video clips; captures video interviews with current students, recent alumni, on‑campus recruiters, and internship supervisors.
Publishes video stories through social media platforms, website, presentations, and other venues.
Collaborates with central marketing to share digital media pieces with a wider institutional audience.
Supervision and Management
Exercise supervision of student interns, student employees, and coordinator staff as needed.
Onboard and train new Career Development Center staff members on policies and procedures related to advertising, marketing, and events.
Contribute to the Center’s strategic plan, marketing initiatives, event management, and broader efforts.
Identify opportunities for program awareness, impact, resource expansion, and increased participation.
Recommend operational improvements to align with departmental goals.
Analyze data to refine marketing and event efforts.
Serve as liaison to professional associations and stay abreast of current developments in career development and marketing trends.
Provide a supportive learning environment for students and staff.
Background Check Successful completion of a pre‑employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement Persons offered employment in this position must provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or related field or equivalent experience/training. A high school diploma plus two additional years of work experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree (each year of work experience equals two years of higher education).
Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in event management and/or marketing strategy. A Master’s degree may substitute for up to one year of required work experience.
Proven ability to lead strategic planning for integrated events and marketing initiatives, demonstrating the ability to drive concepts from ideation through implementation.
Demonstrated leadership with the ability to provide direction, mentorship, and oversight to student employees, project teams, or professional staff.
Proven experience in working with creative and cross‑functional teams, meeting high‑volume production deadlines.
Relevant combinations of skills and experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field or extensive experience in marketing, communications and event planning.
Experience within a higher education setting.
Experience with Canva.
Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
Experience with photography and studio lighting.
Experience with videography.
Website Content Management System experience; specifically Cascade Server CMS.
Experience with Notion.
Performance Expectations – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of strategic planning, data‑driven decision‑making, and budget preparation/management.
Strategic Event Direction, Operational Oversight, and Project planning/risk management skills.
Advanced consulting, networking, and interpersonal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Expertise in creating and editing diverse marketing collateral (print and digital), including social media content, reports, and web pages.
Exceptional organizational, detail‑orientation, and time‑management skills, with the proven ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities for professional publications and mass communications (newsletters, emails).
Ability to work with Adobe-based software packages, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, and other design platforms (e.g., Canva).
Strong marketing, graphic design, and digital content creation skills (photo/video capture).
Familiarity with Career Services technology, including CRM software and employer vendor platforms.
Ability to cultivate an inclusive environment and design inclusive communications and programs that engage diverse populations.
Ability to provide knowledge in the formal supervision and training of staff.
Ability to set objectives for professional development and continuous process improvement.
Understanding and appreciation of the mission and values of the University and of the Career Development Center office.
Ability to conduct outreach to employment communities and professional associations, alumni and professional colleagues.
Posting Salary $5,859 - $6,613 per month; excellent benefits. The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution, and access to on‑campus fitness centers.
The salary range reflects what USD reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions Resume required, cover letter preferred.
Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete the online application and upload a resume. Upload a cover letter if possible. For questions, contact the Employment Services Team at
jobs@sandiego.edu .
Additional Details Hours:
37.5 hours per week
Closing date:
Open until filled
Note:
External job postings will be up for at least three days. Applications are reviewed throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could close this posting earlier.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco‑free campus. For more information, visit
www.sandiego.edu/smokefree .
Advertised:
February 06, 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
Open until filled
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Position Status:
Full‑time regular
Location:
San Diego
Position Type:
Administrator, Office of Career Services
Position Title & Department:
Assistant Director of Events and Marketing; Career Development Center Posting #5476
Department Description:
The Career Development Center supports students in developing and achieving career goals that lead to meaningful lives.
University Description:
The University of San Diego is an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution founded in 1949 by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart. It remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and fosters the development of engaged global citizens.
Detailed Description The Assistant Director of Events and Marketing directs the Center’s engagement and visibility through two primary functions: leading the strategic execution and high‑impact event management of signature and campus‑wide programs, and developing and deploying a comprehensive marketing strategy for key initiatives. The role drives student, employer, alumni, and stakeholder engagement, manages complex logistical elements and event budgets, oversees all digital and print content production, and applies a data‑driven approach to continuously innovate and maximize impact.
In partnership with the Associate Director of Communications and Assessment, the Assistant Director implements the overarching strategic marketing, branding, outreach, and communications plans to elevate departmental impact and achieve core goals. The position holds accountability for the end‑to‑end logistics and budgetary oversight of major campus‑wide and externally facing events, including large‑scale career fairs, and develops a unified brand and messaging strategy in collaboration with campus partners such as University Communications.
The office also develops and manages the robust event calendar and hires, trains, and supervises multiple student interns.
Duties and Responsibilities Event and Engagement Management
Logistics and Engagement:
Leads the operational execution and event management of all high‑visibility events, campus‑wide Career Fairs, and strategic signature programs.
Provides strategic oversight and collaborative support across the Center's event and programming portfolio, ensuring effective logistical execution and impact.
Oversees the comprehensive execution of event logistics for all major Career Development Center events, including event registrations, space reservations, vendor and supplier management, event layout planning, and staffing.
Manages high‑profile internal/external stakeholder relationships, ensuring strong engagement and partnership continuity.
Directs and executes high‑volume, effective on‑campus promotional and outreach campaigns to maximize event awareness and student engagement.
Manages the selection and management of all internal/external event and marketing vendors, ensuring compliance with the University Procurement office.
Collaborates with campus partners to ensure optimal event management, experience, and attendance.
Effectively leads programming and event execution within a defined budget.
Develops a comprehensive event calendar and manages implementation of all initiatives across the academic year.
Experience:
Intentionally enhances the user experience (UX) and impact at all events, ensuring a seamless and high‑quality environment for attendees.
Drives attendance at events and amplifies the visibility and awareness of programming created by the Career Development Center team.
Captures media (photos/video) from events and leverages them for future marketing and promotional campaigns.
Evaluation and Enhancement:
Collaborates closely with the Assistant Director of Assessment and Data to evaluate and enhance the success, impact, and effectiveness of career development events.
Catches feedback and outcomes from events to drive the narrative of the office and promote engagement.
Utilizes a data‑driven approach and design thinking to continuously innovate and drive improvements to future events, including developing creative new engagement formats, pop‑up activations, and educational workshops.
Integrated Marketing Strategy and Execution
Strategic Planning:
Directs the implementation and campaign deployment of the marketing and branding strategy to effectively communicate the Career Development Center mission, goals, and initiatives with students, employers, and stakeholders.
Drives awareness and engagement by leading all promotional efforts across the Center’s technology ecosystem.
Provides leadership and oversight regarding key messaging, media strategy, and preparation for events.
Partners with University Marketing and other campus communicators to ensure consistent institutional messaging and equips central teams with career content for institutional use.
Oversees and executes communication campaigns to faculty, staff, campus partners, employers, and stakeholders.
Content and Collateral Production:
Directs strategies and systems to manage workflow for collateral, marketing, and promotional requests from team members and campus constituents.
Develops innovative and creative initiatives that enhance marketing strategy within the areas of graphic design, photography, video production, and digital media.
Designs and creates, or directs the design and creation of, marketing collateral including the Summer Internship Award Magazine, brochures, flyers, advertisements, and other printed, online, and physical items.
Provides administration and strategic content oversight for the Career Development Center website, ensuring optimal user experience and information architecture.
Oversees the creation of weekly student newsletters and manages all departmental social media accounts.
Digital Media:
Uses digital media to share the Career Development Center’s stories and successes with donors, prospective students, employer prospects, parents, alumni, and other stakeholders.
Ensures events and programs are archived through photographs and video clips; captures video interviews with current students, recent alumni, on‑campus recruiters, and internship supervisors.
Publishes video stories through social media platforms, website, presentations, and other venues.
Collaborates with central marketing to share digital media pieces with a wider institutional audience.
Supervision and Management
Exercise supervision of student interns, student employees, and coordinator staff as needed.
Onboard and train new Career Development Center staff members on policies and procedures related to advertising, marketing, and events.
Contribute to the Center’s strategic plan, marketing initiatives, event management, and broader efforts.
Identify opportunities for program awareness, impact, resource expansion, and increased participation.
Recommend operational improvements to align with departmental goals.
Analyze data to refine marketing and event efforts.
Serve as liaison to professional associations and stay abreast of current developments in career development and marketing trends.
Provide a supportive learning environment for students and staff.
Background Check Successful completion of a pre‑employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement Persons offered employment in this position must provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or related field or equivalent experience/training. A high school diploma plus two additional years of work experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree (each year of work experience equals two years of higher education).
Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in event management and/or marketing strategy. A Master’s degree may substitute for up to one year of required work experience.
Proven ability to lead strategic planning for integrated events and marketing initiatives, demonstrating the ability to drive concepts from ideation through implementation.
Demonstrated leadership with the ability to provide direction, mentorship, and oversight to student employees, project teams, or professional staff.
Proven experience in working with creative and cross‑functional teams, meeting high‑volume production deadlines.
Relevant combinations of skills and experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field or extensive experience in marketing, communications and event planning.
Experience within a higher education setting.
Experience with Canva.
Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
Experience with photography and studio lighting.
Experience with videography.
Website Content Management System experience; specifically Cascade Server CMS.
Experience with Notion.
Performance Expectations – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of strategic planning, data‑driven decision‑making, and budget preparation/management.
Strategic Event Direction, Operational Oversight, and Project planning/risk management skills.
Advanced consulting, networking, and interpersonal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Expertise in creating and editing diverse marketing collateral (print and digital), including social media content, reports, and web pages.
Exceptional organizational, detail‑orientation, and time‑management skills, with the proven ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities for professional publications and mass communications (newsletters, emails).
Ability to work with Adobe-based software packages, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, and other design platforms (e.g., Canva).
Strong marketing, graphic design, and digital content creation skills (photo/video capture).
Familiarity with Career Services technology, including CRM software and employer vendor platforms.
Ability to cultivate an inclusive environment and design inclusive communications and programs that engage diverse populations.
Ability to provide knowledge in the formal supervision and training of staff.
Ability to set objectives for professional development and continuous process improvement.
Understanding and appreciation of the mission and values of the University and of the Career Development Center office.
Ability to conduct outreach to employment communities and professional associations, alumni and professional colleagues.
Posting Salary $5,859 - $6,613 per month; excellent benefits. The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution, and access to on‑campus fitness centers.
The salary range reflects what USD reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions Resume required, cover letter preferred.
Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete the online application and upload a resume. Upload a cover letter if possible. For questions, contact the Employment Services Team at
jobs@sandiego.edu .
Additional Details Hours:
37.5 hours per week
Closing date:
Open until filled
Note:
External job postings will be up for at least three days. Applications are reviewed throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could close this posting earlier.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco‑free campus. For more information, visit
www.sandiego.edu/smokefree .
Advertised:
February 06, 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
Open until filled
About the company University of San Diego Military and Veterans Program
Be vigilant about potential scams, phishing attempts, or fraudulent activities, and seek credible sources or reviews to assess the trustworthiness of the company. Remember, your personal and financial security is paramount, and taking preventive measures is crucial to safeguarding your information from potential risks and unauthorized use. SupportFinity is not responsible for any consequences that may arise from disclosing such information to unauthorized or fraudulent entities.
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