About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

University Centers and Events (UCE) encompasses the University Union, Gateway Center and Coliseum. University Centers and Events (UCE), provides quality programs, services, and facilities that enhance the educational experience and create a community for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. We assist students to become good citizens of a global community.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for overseeing Design Works, the UNT University Union's retail design and print shop. This position oversees daily shop operations, ensures that all produced materials meet established quality standards, and promotes the shop’s services to customers. This position must exercise fiscal responsibility and work to assist the Associate Director in developing budgets for Design Works. This position will also assist in the coordination of marketing priorities (including advertising and promotional materials) for the Union and some areas of operation.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and two years of experience in communications, marketing, advertising, or public relations; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
Ability to think creatively, organize tasks, work independently, and meet deadlines.
Ability to visually inspect products in multiple formats and assess and improve.
Ability to coordinate and supervise the work of others.
Skill in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Skill in talking to others to convey information effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
Ability to operate computers, large production printers, laminators, and other print-related equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite; proficiency with Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign preferred.
Knowledge and experience with print process, including but not limited to: setting up files, paper stock, and print production.
Experience with retail operations and point of sales systems.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Design Works shop, including but not limited to: customer service, equipment management, inventory, and scheduling of staff. 
• Familiarity with graphic design and print best practices to enhance the overall services and products produced. 
• Collaborate with the Union Marketing team on developing new initiatives to support UCE programs and services. 
• Demonstrate ability to recruit, hire, and train student employees as needed for continuous operational success at Design Works. 
• Able to assist directly with design requests to support UCE and other campus partners including but not limited to: signage, flyers, and other publication materials. 
• Evaluate shop services and retail items to identify opportunities for new revenue streams. 
• Assist the Associate Director with long term retail strategy to ensure smooth and continuous operation in line with strategic goals and fiscal responsibility. 
• Supervise staff and create schedules in advance to align with shop hours in order to cover required areas and stay within provided budgets. 
• Demonstrates ability to address performance issues with student employees as they occur, promptly and professionally, within UNT and departmental guidelines. 
• Monitor daily shop practices to ensure compliance with safety guidelines while upholding consistent quality control for all products and services. 
• Oversee all point‑of‑sale operations by accurately processing payments, maintaining billing records, and ensuring proper financial documentation for shop transactions. 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8AM-5PM

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.