The University of Texas at Dallas
Assistant Director, University Events
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Richardson, TX
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $60,000 per Month
💻 Other
🗓️ January 7th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Texas at Dallas is hiring an Assistant Director, University Events. This role manages the annual University Commencement Ceremony and coordinates the majority of university-wide events, providing event support for presidential and development events as needed. The position requires strategic event planning, vendor and venue logistics management, and budget preparation.
Highlights
- Manage planning and logistics for annual University Commencement Ceremony and other university-wide events.
- Coordinate teams of internal and external partners to execute events efficiently.
- Create event budgets and prepare expense summaries for senior staff review.
- Provide event support for various presidential and development events.
- Proficiency required in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of relevant professional experience.
- Preferred experience includes four or more years in event planning, preferably in university, educational, or non-profit settings.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary for event support.
- Salary starts at $60,000 depending on qualifications, with full-time regular status.
- Position is within the Development and Alumni Relations department at the University of Texas at Dallas.
Assistant Director, University Events Full Description
Assistant Director, University Events
Posting Details
Posting Number | S06791P
Position Title | Assistant Director, University Events
Functional Title | Assistant Director, University Events
Department | Development and Alumni Relations
Salary Range | $60,000 DOQ
Pay Basis | Monthly
Position Status | Regular full-time
Location | Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Posting Open Date | 01/06/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Desired Start Date | 01/26/2026
Job Summary | This position serves as the project manager for the annual University Commencement Ceremony in the Spring, as well as the majority of university-wide annual events. This position provides event support for all University Events and other presidential and development events as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience | Bachelor’s degree in related field and three plus years relevant professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience | Bachelor’s Degree Minimum of four years of experience in event planning and coordination Experience in a university, education, or non-profit environment preferred. Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures of event planning. Excellent interpersonal skills as a team player; an active listener; at ease with a wide range of donors, University constituents, and backgrounds.Desire to work in a service-oriented environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Flexible to work evenings and weekends, as needed, in support of events. Proven abilities to handle discreet and confidential information. Proven abilities in organizational, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills; strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills essential. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment. Ability to work both independently and as a team player.
Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Strategize with University Leadership to review and plan for annual university-wide events and serve as project manager for the same. Manage all logistics for venues, vendors, and participants. Update constituents, both on and off-campus, on planning. Direct team of on and off-campus partners to ensure that all logistical elements are managed in a timely, efficient manner. Create event budgets and expense summaries and submit to Senior Director for review. Provide event support for other team members’ events as needed
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities |
Working Conditions |
Additional Information | Remote Work Notice:
Hybrid remote work environment available and a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement is required upon employment. Use of personal computer and other standard office equipment may be required. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Paid Holidays Paid Winter Break Fertility Benefits Remote Work Options – approved by department
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary |
Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
Position Title | Assistant Director, University Events
Functional Title | Assistant Director, University Events
Department | Development and Alumni Relations
Salary Range | $60,000 DOQ
Pay Basis | Monthly
Position Status | Regular full-time
Location | Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Posting Open Date | 01/06/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Desired Start Date | 01/26/2026
Job Summary | This position serves as the project manager for the annual University Commencement Ceremony in the Spring, as well as the majority of university-wide annual events. This position provides event support for all University Events and other presidential and development events as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience | Bachelor’s degree in related field and three plus years relevant professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience | Bachelor’s Degree Minimum of four years of experience in event planning and coordination Experience in a university, education, or non-profit environment preferred. Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures of event planning. Excellent interpersonal skills as a team player; an active listener; at ease with a wide range of donors, University constituents, and backgrounds.Desire to work in a service-oriented environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Flexible to work evenings and weekends, as needed, in support of events. Proven abilities to handle discreet and confidential information. Proven abilities in organizational, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills; strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills essential. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment. Ability to work both independently and as a team player.
Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Strategize with University Leadership to review and plan for annual university-wide events and serve as project manager for the same. Manage all logistics for venues, vendors, and participants. Update constituents, both on and off-campus, on planning. Direct team of on and off-campus partners to ensure that all logistical elements are managed in a timely, efficient manner. Create event budgets and expense summaries and submit to Senior Director for review. Provide event support for other team members’ events as needed
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities |
Working Conditions |
Additional Information | Remote Work Notice:
Hybrid remote work environment available and a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement is required upon employment. Use of personal computer and other standard office equipment may be required. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Paid Holidays Paid Winter Break Fertility Benefits Remote Work Options – approved by department
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary |
Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please indicate your highest degree level:
- None
- Associate's
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Juris Doctor
- PhD or equivalent
- * Please indicate years of relevant experience:
- None
- Less than two years
- Two to four years
- Four years plus
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214
Human Resources,
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021
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