Marketing Manager

Job Posting Title: Marketing Manager

Hiring Department: University Housing and Dining

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Salary Range: $65,000+ depending on qualifications

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. Works 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

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

Benefits

100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage

Free Capital Metro bus rides

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Career growth & professional development

Working Conditions

Standard office conditions

Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation

Climbing stairs

Lifting and moving

Work Shift

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Work days, hours, and area may vary based upon the needs of University Housing and Dining.

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.

Background Checks
A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.

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.

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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