UMD Director of Athletic Marketing & Events

EXPIRED

About the Job

Required Qualifications:
BA/BS plus at least four years of experience.

About the Job:
Responsible for the UMD Athletics marketing and event management programs, promotional sales, and marketing of Intercollegiate Athletics at UMD. This position is also responsible for select communications and advertising duties, student internship program, and post graduate internship program.

Duties and Responsibilities:
(70%) Primary Responsibilities 
• Represent the Athletics Department in all Marketing & Advertising issues and direct all efforts relating to the exposure and promotion of all aspects of the Athletics programs to all our constituency groups including local groups, state groups, student groups and national groups.
• Developing and implementing brand strategies, marketing plans and strategies for all varsity sport programs as well as other department entities and units.
• Coordinate several other efforts within the department, including managing promotional items and materials to outside groups, developing season/game marketing plans, creating game scripts to match those game marketing plans, and organizing other special events.
• Manage in-game promotions and marketing material distribution.
• Coordinate and assist the ticket office for all ticketing operations including but not limited to outbound sales, customer service, group packages, secondary development inquiries, fulfillment, event staffing and development of ticket campaigns and special offerings.
• Management of the UMD mascot program along with other community relations activities.

About the Job

Required Qualifications:
BA/BS plus at least four years of experience.

About the Job:
Responsible for the UMD Athletics marketing and event management programs, promotional sales, and marketing of Intercollegiate Athletics at UMD. This position is also responsible for select communications and advertising duties, student internship program, and post graduate internship program.

Duties and Responsibilities:
(70%) Primary Responsibilities 
• Represent the Athletics Department in all Marketing & Advertising issues and direct all efforts relating to the exposure and promotion of all aspects of the Athletics programs to all our constituency groups including local groups, state groups, student groups and national groups.
• Developing and implementing brand strategies, marketing plans and strategies for all varsity sport programs as well as other department entities and units.
• Coordinate several other efforts within the department, including managing promotional items and materials to outside groups, developing season/game marketing plans, creating game scripts to match those game marketing plans, and organizing other special events.
• Manage in-game promotions and marketing material distribution.
• Coordinate and assist the ticket office for all ticketing operations including but not limited to outbound sales, customer service, group packages, secondary development inquiries, fulfillment, event staffing and development of ticket campaigns and special offerings.
• Management of the UMD mascot program along with other community relations activities.
• Oversight of post grad interns and undergraduate students.

(20%) Oversight of event management and the game day experience for the department.
• This position will be responsible for creating a dynamic game day environment for home events.
• Constructing an enjoyable and memorable game day experience at athletic events by working collaboratively with the marching/pep band, student group's spirit squad, alumni association, game operations crew, etc.
• Providing coordination and implementation of technology including video production services and design during events.
• Ensuring that all UMD athletic facilities have the necessary equipment to fulfill the event management needs.
• Managing all external game day event workers which includes coordinating with professional staff (score keeper, clock, public address announcer, ect.) and officials/referees.
• Responsibilities include, but not limited to, planning, assisting in the budgeting process, and in developing and implementing the goals and objectives of the Athletic Department as it relates to event experiences.

(10%) This position assists the revenue generation of soliciting and selling of corporate partnerships through detailed marketing and creative solutions and other special Bulldog athletic events. 
• Manage the department's internal and external events such as the Bulldog athletics Hall of Fame banquet and student-athlete year end awards banquet.
• Understanding the strategic goals and objectives of the department.
• Deliver on individual and team revenue goals through the selling and creation of marketing packages using traditional, digital and other non-traditional marketing channels to meet client's objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong, lasting relationships with both current and potential corporate sponsors.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services 
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. 

This position will remain open until filled.

Please contact Brian Nystrom, Deputy Athletic Director, at (218) 726-6725 or bnystrom@d.umn.edu with questions regarding this position.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.