Marketing Manager

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
• Longevity pay
• 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