Responsible for the development, production and implementation of communication strategies and campaigns for the department. This includes print and electronic media, social media and applications, and promotion of programs, events and services. Manage all department assessment initiatives and utilize feedback to affect positive change.

1. Develop and implement an effective marketing strategy for Campus Recreation Services that results in increased growth and visibility.

2. Design and appropriate distribution of all digital and print marketing materials.

3. Manage and grow social media presence, while responding to trends and developments.

4. Organize and direct all department assessment tools and instruments. Utilize results to make appropriate and positive change.

5. Ensure a department presence on campus, including representation at activities and events.

6. Manage and assist with special events, both department and university wide.

7. Hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and mentor student staff.

8. Manage and forecast annual budget responsibilities.

9. May require select evenings and weekends.

Provides independent oversight and decision making for all activities, programs, scheduling, and staffing for Marketing and Assessment. Appriopriately applies guidelines and policies. Provides long range forecasting and utilizes professional dexterity. Serves as a liaison between staff and program participants. 

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodation in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. 

Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education). Four to six years of progressive experience, including the following:

• Proven software proficiencies in Adobe CC (i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere), Adobe Lightroom, WordPress, Trello, Hootsuite, Signage Studio or similar platforms
• Demonstrated effectiveness in marketing campaigns and ability to lead and supervises student staff.
• Demonstrated organizational, planning and leadership skills, problem solving capability.
• Knowledge of effective marketing techniques.
• Commitment to student development.
• Ability to work as a team member, ingenuity, and interpersonal agility.