Assistant Director (Communications & Marketing Special Events Coordinator) - UT Chattanooga

Responsibilities

• Provides logistical planning support for UTC and external events in UC-managed spaces
• Processes and confirms reservations using the 25Live space reservation system
• Consults with event organizers on room layouts, technology needs, and staffing requirements
• Collaborates with campus partners (Catering, Parking, UTC Police, etc.) to ensure successful events
• Aids with room setups, equipment configuration, and troubleshooting as needed

Requirements

• Serves as a key member of the professional staff team
• Oversees a 200,000-square-foot facility
• Supervises the University Center Coordinator
• Supports recruitment, training, and evaluation of approximately 25 student staff
• Oversees the student marketing team and ensures alignment with departmental goals
• Assists with the daily operation and oversight of the University Center
• Builds relationships with campus departments and UC tenants to address operational needs
• Partners with facilities and custodial teams to maintain a safe and welcoming environment
• Participates in an on-call rotation to respond to evening and weekend issues

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree, two (2) years of professional experience within event management, or two (2) years of graduate-level work plus at least 1 year of professional experience working within event management
• Preferred: Experience in a university center, student union, or campus events office, supervisory experience (student staff, graduate assistants, or full-time staff)