Job Title
Marketing and Events Manager
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
Provost & Academic Vice President
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution
(MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54
foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time
Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly
talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and
graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the
Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of
resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to
collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member
institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on
Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best
College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern,
attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support
facilities.
PURPOSE
The Marketing and Events Manager serves as the primary marketing,
communications, project management, and event planning resource for
the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs. This position leads
strategic communications, oversees divisional marketing
initiatives, and manages high-profile Academic Affairs events,
including university commencement ceremonies.
Working collaboratively with colleges, academic units, University
Marketing and Communications, and campus leadership, the position
ensures consistent messaging, brand alignment, and operational
excellence across the Academic Affairs division. The manager
provides guidance and coordination to support effective
communications, event planning, and shares best practices
throughout the division.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Event Planning and Project
Management
Percent Effort: 45%
- Lead planning and execution of all university commencement
ceremonies, including project management, logistics, vendor
coordination, communications, website updates, ceremony materials,
scripts, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.
Serve as project manager for major Academic Affairs initiatives
and events, including Promotion and Tenure recognition, faculty
awards, receptions, student success events, and other special
programs.
Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and implementation
strategies to ensure successful execution of divisional
initiatives.
Coordinate planning meetings and collaborate with campus
partners to manage event logistics and operational
requirements.
Partner with the Business Manager to develop and monitor event
budgets and expenditures.
Evaluate event outcomes and implement continuous improvements
to enhance future programs.
Provide consultation and guidance to college administrative
staff on event planning, university protocols, and operational
standards.
Functional Area 2: Marketing and Communications
Percent Effort: 35%
- Develop and implement integrated marketing and communication
strategies that promote Academic Affairs initiatives, programs, and
events.
- Serve as the primary communications resource for the Office of
the Provost by preparing executive correspondence, presentations,
reports, newsletters, announcements, and other
communications.
- Coordinate divisional communications to ensure consistent
messaging across colleges, departments, faculty, staff, students,
and external audiences.
- Collaborate with University Marketing and Communications to
ensure compliance with institutional branding, editorial standards,
accessibility requirements, and strategic priorities.
- Manage Academic Affairs websites, ensuring content remains
accurate, current, accessible, and aligned with university
standards.
- Create and maintain communication calendars, faculty listservs,
digital content, and marketing materials supporting divisional
priorities.
- Develop and administer surveys and assessments to support
planning, communication effectiveness, and continuous
improvement.
- Review and provide guidance on marketing, promotional
materials, and communication initiatives developed throughout
Academic Affairs.
Functional Area 3: Leadership and Collaboration
Percent Effort: 20%
- Serve as a liaison between the Office of the Provost and
colleges, academic units, and university departments to strengthen
collaboration and information sharing.
- Supervise communications and event staff, including assigning
work, establishing priorities, providing coaching, and conducting
performance evaluations.
- Provide functional leadership and guidance to college
administrative personnel to promote consistent communication and
event management practices.
- Recruit, train, and supervise staff and student workers
supporting commencement and major events.
- Build collaborative relationships with university partners,
including Registrar, Student Success, Institutional Advancement,
Enrollment Management, the President's Office, the University
Center, and other administrative units.
- Represent Academic Affairs on university committees, task
forces, and special projects as assigned.
- Coordinate employee recognition and engagement initiatives
within the division.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in applicable field.
- Five (5) years of experience in marketing, communications,
project management, event management, or a related field.
- Additional education may be considered as a substitute for the
minimum experience requirements:
- Master's degree in applicable field and three (3) years of
experience in marketing, communications, project management, event
management, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience managing large-scale events and
multiple concurrent projects.
- Experience developing marketing and communication strategies
across multiple platforms.
- Experience supervising employees or leading cross-functional
teams.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and project management
skills.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships across a complex
organization.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and
confidentiality.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of
university events.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public
Administration, Higher Education Administration, or Business
Administration.
- Experience in higher education.
- Experience leading commencement ceremonies or other large-scale
institutional events.
- Experience with website content management systems, project
management software, and survey platforms.
- Experience working collaboratively across multiple colleges or
divisions.
- Conversational Spanish proficiency.
SALARY: U
p to $5,833.34 Monthly (Up to
$70,000.80 Annually, Approximately)
- Commensurate with experience and qualifications
NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential
proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued
by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
From our generous benefits package
and professional development opportunities, to our retirement
programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island
University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
INSURANCE:
- Medical
- $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university
contribution ($920 value).
- Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
- Employee and Spouse
- Employee and Children
- Employee and Family coverage
- Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability,
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
DUAL CAREER PARTNER
PROGRAM
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS
OPPORTUNITIES
Work Life
Solutions:
- Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and
Legal Resources
Tuition
Benefits:
- Public Loan Forgiveness
- Book scholarships
- 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year
(other rules may apply).
Retirement:
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement
Plan (ORP)
- Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time
Off:
- 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
- 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
- 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
- 12-15 paid holidays each year.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a
criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon
the institution's verification of credentials and/or other
information required by the institution's procedures, including the
completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TX/Marketing-and-Events-Manager_R-097087-2
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