Director of Media EventsJob ID: 14479Location: El Paso, TXFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularPosition InformationHiring Department: Division of Marketing and CommunicationPosting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.FLSA status: ExemptEarliest Start Date: As soon as possible.Salary: Commensurate with experience and education.Required Application Materials:• Resume• Cover Letter• List of three referencesNote: Only complete applications including the required application materials will be considered.Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.Position SummaryThe Director of Events leads the strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of high-impact events that elevate UTEP's brand, support media and public relations goals, and engage key stakeholders. This role collaborates closely with internal and external community partners to deliver seamless, memorable events that align closely with UTEP's strategic mission.Essential FunctionsDevelop and oversee a comprehensive annual events strategy tied to brand, media, and marketing goals.Plan and help execute a variety of events including press conferences, town halls and non-media events that require close alignment with executive communications, such as Convocation, Commencement and Homecoming.Manage all aspects of event logistics, including but not limited to budget, parking timelines, venues, event setup, vendor relations, production, staffing, RSVPs and special accommodations for VIPs - Coordinate with other team members in Marketing and Communications, and across campus, in the creation and completion of communication materials and in scheduling photography, videography and other logistics when needed.Serve as the primary liaison for events, ensuring message alignment and brand adherence and visibility at events.Assist with the development of event/brand communications, including invitations, swag and signage.Track KPIs and gather feedback to measure event impact and inform future strategies.Assist with media relations tasks when needed.Leads and helps motivate a team of professionals, ensuring employee projects and tasks are completed on schedule.Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; interviews and selects employees and recommends transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions.Assigns and delegates tasks to individuals or teams, considering their skills and workload.Oversees team's task management system, ensuring projects are appropriately input and tagged. Generates reports as needed.Monitors task status, identifying bottlenecks, and ensuring tasks are completed on time.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all State and University policies.Other duties may be assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Required Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's Degree.andExperience: Five years of related experience and/or training to the essential duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Occasional traveling required.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.• Experience working with c-suite level executives, VIP stakeholders, etc.• Professional bilingual ability with Spanish highly preferred.• Proactive, creative, action-oriented and willing to immerse themselves in the University environment to conduct research and develop products.• Capacity to work efficiently across a range of subject areas, while multitasking and meeting deadlines.• The ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.• Strong project management skills.• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to fast-changing needs.• Flexibility to work after hours when needed.• Works independently with little direction.• Written and oral communication skills preferred.• Must be capable of maintaining confidentiality, with a high level of accuracy regarding information.Why Pick UTEPThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.UTEP is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 85% of our 25,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.Additional InformationThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is frequently required to use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.The noise level for this work environment ranges from moderate to very loudIn keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at mailto:titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6732100jeid-f58a5e057a8e5642b0384d32941d694e