Assistant Director of Marketing, Athletics

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First Section

Who We Are

At Gonzaga we don’t just state our mission. We live it every day as a Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic University. It is the reason we exist and the foundation for our purpose: educating students for lives of leadership and service. From students to faculty and staff members, everyone here knows what we stand for – and they know how valuable our mission is to the success of our institution.

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Medical plan administered by Premera Blue Cross, employer-paid dental programs through Delta Dental, vision coverage through

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Position Title

Assistant Director of Marketing, Athletics

Posting Number

S2202P

Department

Athletics External Operations

Work Schedule

Standard office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM. Incumbent may work non-standard hours as needed.

Employment Status

Regular

Temporary or Fixed-Term Assignment End Date

Hours per Week

40

Months per Year

12

Job Purpose

Assistant Director of Marketing will be responsible for development and execution of marketing plans. The Assistant Director will work closely with coaches, support staff, and student-athletes to increase awareness, attendance, and ticket sales.

Anticipated/Budgeted Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)

54465

Minimum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)

54465

Salary Midpoint (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)

64076

Maximum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)

73688

Essential Functions

| Essential Function Category Title | Marketing and Game Presentation | | % of time for section | 40 | | Function Details |
- Develop and execute marketing plans for assigned sports to drive brand awareness, attendance, and ticket sales - Plan, direct, and evaluate game presentation including but not limited to scripts, promotions, and recognitions - Work with Creative Services in execution of promotional materials and in-game content - Work with Gonzaga Sports Properties on sponsorship planning and fulfillment - Assist in development and execution of department advertising and promotion plans |

| Essential Function Category Title | Program Management | | % of time for section | 35 | | Function Details |
- Oversee Gonzaga Athletics marketing programs such as: Marketing Internship, mascot, Jr Zag Club, and student rewards - Responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising Marketing Interns - Responsible for recruiting, training, supervising mascots - Coordinate Jr Zag Club memberships to increase memberships and engagement - Manage student rewards program aimed at increasing student attendance and engagement |

| Essential Function Category Title | Creative and Social Media | | % of time for section | 15 | | Function Details |
- Participate in creation and proliferation of social media strategy for the athletic department - Assist in management of Gonzaga Athletic social media sites - Assist Creative Services in the execution of photo and video shoots |

| Essential Function Category Title | NCAA Compliance | | % of time for section | 5 | | Function Details |
- Employees of Gonzaga University’s Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process.

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Other Functions

| Other Functions |
- Assist other members of the Athletic department during peak periods and with special workload projects. - Incumbent may represent the department on University-wide committees or projects as assigned and approved by the supervisor. - Ability to travel when needed |

University Competencies

| University Work Values |
Promoting Excellence in Academic Endeavors and Professional Practice

• Fostering intellectual depth, competence, reflection, and creativity in pursuing exemplary, rather than satisfactory, outcomes

Sharing Responsibility for Mission Identity and Leadership

• Making a personal commitment to learn about Gonzaga’s mission, discovering ways to contribute individually and collaboratively to our distinctive learning and research community

Affirming a Commitment to Human Dignity

• Engaging one another with profound respect, professionalism, and cura personalis while supporting one another’s continued learning, development, and maximizing of potential

Advancing a Culture of Inclusiveness

• Developing cultural fluencies and global awarenesses, and practicing habits that enable us to value, recruit, and support community members from historically underrepresented backgrounds

Caring for Our Common Home and Integral Ecology

• Growing ecological awareness of and respect for the interconnectedness of human and non-human life, and the need to develop and practice habits that are mutually beneficial to all life

Cultivating Individual and Community Accountability

• Demonstrating mutual commitment to our shared project by holding ourselves and others responsible for actions, expecting appropriate behavior, and aligning activities with ethical and professional standards |

Qualifications/Knowledge Required/Years Experience Required

| Degree Required | Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience | | Certifications and/or Licensures required |
NA | | Knowledge Required | Specialist Knowledge in field | | Years Experience Required | 1-2.99 years | | Minimum Qualifications |
- Two (2) years of marketing and promotions experience, or six (6) years if substituting for education requirement - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Excellent public relations and promotional skills - Strong interpersonal skills; ability to relate and work well with others - Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed for various Athletic functions and events - Adobe Creative Suite experience | | Desired Qualifications |
- Masters Degree in Business, Sports Administration, Communications, or related field - Two (2) years of marketing and promotions experience within Athletics - Division I football or basketball game management experience - Higher Education experience | | Physical / Environmental Qualifications |
- Ability to remain stationary for 70% of the time - Ability to prep for and attend meetings and events across campus in various weather conditions - Wrist and hand movement related to computer work - Bend, stoop, kneel, stretch and reach - Pick-up, carry and move items up to 25 lbs. |

Posting Detail Information

| Open Date | 01/19/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Application Review Begins On | 01/24/2024 | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | EEO Statement |
Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996. | | Clery Statement |
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics

The safety of all members of the campus community is of vital concern to Gonzaga University. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the law enforcement authority of Campus Security, policies concerning the reporting of any crimes which occurred on the campus (and other specified locations), other security and safety-related policies, as well as the crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be found in the Campus Safety and Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report. The Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide is also available.

A copy of the report can be found online at www.Gonzaga.edu/Clery. A paper copy of the Campus Safety & Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report or the Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide may be obtained by contacting the Student Development Office on main campus, College Hall 120. The Florence Guide may also be obtained on the Florence campus in room 105. |

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have two (2) years of marketing and promotions experience, or six (6) years if substituting for education requirement?

   • yes
   • no

2. * Please describe why do you believe it is important to embrace diversity and support inclusion efforts in this role.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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