Director of Marketing & Fan Engagement at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date	06/03/2024
Classification Title	Communications / Marketing
Rank	N - No Rank
Working Title	Director of Marketing & Fan Engagement
Department	630200 - ATH Marketing/Promotions/Ticket Off
Position Number	D91527
Representation	UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable	Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE	1.0
Tenure Status	N - not applicable

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept	Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene, and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 21,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research, and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement, and innovation.
Position Summary	Working closely with the Associate AD for External Operations, the Director of Marketing and Fan Engagement will provide leadership and strategic direction for the marketing and fan engagement unit within Athletics. This position will be responsible for developing marketing plans for revenue generation sports, leading game entertainment at home Viking Athletics events, lead all on-campus and student marketing initiatives, as well as the coordination of community engagement, outreach activities, and advertising that promotes Viking Athletics. This position will also oversee the mascot program, spirit squads, and robust student street team.
Minimum Qualifications	A Bachelor’s degree in marketing, sports management or related field. At least two (2) years of experience working in college athletics or a professional sports setting. Experience with developing marketing plans and executing promotions. Demonstrated excellence with verbal, written, and communication skills. A track record in building quality relationships.
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s Degree in marketing, communications, sports management or a related field. Experience coordinating on-campus and student marketing/engagement initiatives. Experience coordinating in-game promotions and entertainment for athletic events. Experience organizing community engagement and outreach activities. Experience coordinating on-campus and student marketing/engagement initiatives. Experience with Adobe Suite.
Key Cultural Competencies	Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship	Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement	Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting annual salary for this position will be between $43,512 – $48,500, but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. An excellent benefits package includes 95% employer-paid health insurance premiums (employees and eligible dependents) and significantly reduced tuition rates for employees and eligible dependents at any of the Oregon Public Universities. After completing six full months employees are eligible to choose between our two employer-paid pension programs in addition to two voluntary retirement programs. Wellness options include access to the PSU Rec Center at a reduced rate and free wellness programs. For a comprehensive view of all PSU benefits, visit the PSU Total Compensation Calculator.

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Quick Link	https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/44781

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