Assistant Manager for Special Events

Texas A&M University, located in College Station, Texas, is a prestigious institution with a strong tradition of academic excellence and community engagement. As a major university, Texas A&M offers a vibrant environment rich with opportunities for personal and professional growth, surrounded by a community of caring and collaboration. The university upholds core values such as Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service, which form the foundation of its working and learning culture. Employees have access to exceptional amenities, including sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more, all within a reasonable cost of living and convenient location without lengthy commutes. Texas A&M is committed to fostering a respectful, positive, and welcoming work environment for all its staff, emphasizing continuous improvement and customer service excellence.

The Department of Transportation Services at Texas A&M University is an empowered team of professionals dedicated to providing efficient, dynamic, and innovative fleet, parking, and transit services to support the university’s teaching, research, and public service missions. The department prioritizes customer service and effective communication, managing a wide range of responsibilities that enhance campus mobility and parking management. Positioned within this critical unit, the Assistant Manager for Special Events plays an essential role in ensuring that special events, including conferences, hotel guests, and large campus activities, are executed seamlessly and efficiently.

The Assistant Manager for Special Events is a staff position located in College Station, Texas, with a monthly salary beginning at $6,616.67, equivalent to approximately $79,400 annually. This role assists the Manager for Special Events by providing supervision and oversight of employees within the Special Events unit and serves as the acting manager in that manager's absence. This position requires collaboration with another Assistant Manager to address hotel coordination, event parking, RV parking, conference parking, and traffic management needs during special events on campus. The Assistant Manager also plays a key part in planning and executing parking strategies for guests and conference attendees at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference center, ensuring adequate staffing and smooth operations.

Responsibilities include monitoring the parking management system to review vehicle counts and equipment alerts, responding promptly to ensure proper staffing and support are available. This role is vital in handling customer inquiries and complaints, delivering clear communication about parking and traffic policies to students, staff, faculty, and visitors. The Assistant Manager also oversees financial responsibilities such as cash and credit card handling, deposits, and reconciliation for the unit. In addition, the position demands active participation in university committees, working groups, and other meetings to represent the Transportation Services department effectively.

Physical demands include the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and the need to travel across the campus for meetings and event supervision. The role requires a valid Class C driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire and involves driving a state vehicle. The Assistant Manager must be available to work outside normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, accommodating the needs of special events and university emergencies. This security-sensitive position demands adherence to safety protocols, the use of personal protective equipment when necessary, and strict compliance with university and state regulations.

Overall, this role is ideal for candidates with strong leadership skills, the ability to prioritize and multitask under pressure, and experience in supervisory roles within event, retail, or restaurant management. The university values candidates who bring a commitment to excellence, teamwork, and customer service, contributing meaningfully to the university’s mission and values while ensuring efficient operations within Transportation Services.