Athletics External Engagement Specialist

Position Information

Posting Details


Posting Number
046206

Position Title
Athletics External Engagement Specialist

Number of Vacancies
1

School/College/Division/Institutes/Centers
90 - Athletics

Primary Department
H9001-Athletics

Working Conditions
Wayne State University requires all students, faculty and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at:WSU Covid-19 Website

Essential Functions (Job Duties)
JOB PURPOSE
Reporting to the Manager Athletics Administration, the Athletics External Engagement Specialist is responsible for planning, creating, implementing and managing various athletic department initiatives and projects to create departmental affinity with the athletics brand, increase loyalty, generate revenue and support from athletic fans and sponsorships. This position is part of Wayne State University (WSU) Athletics outreach and external engagement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Generate corporate revenue by prospecting and cultivating corporate partnerships and by identifying sellable inventory and sponsorship packages.

Develop and implement marketing initiatives and lead projects that: raise awareness of WSU Athletics; engage public to support athletics; improve fan outreach efforts; and increase fan participation and ticket sales. Solicit and engage volunteers, alumni, students and community through digital media campaigns and events.

Collaborate with administrative and coaching staff to increase fan support by engaging them in a meaningful way with the athletic department.

Coordinate and/or assist with various athletics special events, including fundraisers involving corporate sponsors, throughout the year.

Assist in game day promotions, represent WSU Athletics at various events and assist in sponsorship fulfillment.

Other duties as assigned.

WORK CONTEXT

Job Reports to:
Manager

Leadership Accountability:
Implements operating plans

Financial Accountability:
Monitors expenditures

Customer Accountability:
Interfaces with customers outside the S/C/D

Freedom to Act:
Subject to general input from supervisor

Unique Duties

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, business relations or related field. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience:
One to three years' experience in marketing, public relations or related field; experience in higher education preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge and understanding of University policies and procedures as well as Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations/compliance.
Knowledge and understanding of the athletic environment and its nuances.

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS: Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills are a must.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION: Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, prioritize and plan work activities while meeting respective deadlines. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

ANALYTICAL AND PRESENTATION SKILLS: Ability to evaluate, interpret, and present complex information effectively in professionally prepared documents or presentations. Must possess a demonstrated attention to detail in order to achieve a high degree of accuracy.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Proficient in the use of complex administrative systems software, preferably in the higher education environment. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel.

LEARNING AGILITY: Independent and innovative self-starter who displays an ability to learn quickly and easily adapts to changing situations. Experience researching topics to gain knowledge and understanding when information gaps exist.

TEAMWORK: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues within the division and other units to gain full understanding of the project and desired outcome; ability to produce high quality and consistent results with assistance of team members; provide support to teammates when tackling complex projects.
This position requires a high level of commitment and enthusiasm. Extended hours as needed including evenings and weekends are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Testing Requirements
Not Applicable

Test Scheduling

Job Type
Full-Time

Job Category
Professional/Administration & Supervisory/Management

Duration of Posting

Fiscal Year of Job Open Date
2022

Job Open Date
(When job is posted in the system)
02-04-2022

Job Close Date
(or until suitable candidate is found)
Until Suitable Candidate is Found

Is this position reposted?
No

Reposting Reason:
None (New Posting)

Application Information

Background Check Requirements
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting to work. If you are offered employment, the University will inform you if a background check is required.

Instructions for submitting your application:

Represented Position Message


Funding/Salary Information

Salary (Minimum)
(Non-Academic Only)
$45,000

Salary (Hire Max)
(Non-Academic Only)

Salary (Maximum)
(Non-Academic Only)
$45,000

Hourly Rate
(Non-Academic Only)

Salary Range
(Academic Only)

Is Position Bump Ineligible?
(Non-Academic, Represented positions only. Select 'No' for Academic. Select N/A if Non-represented.)
**NOTE: If 'Yes' is selected, then this is a Bump Ineligible Position (BIP). The person who bids or hires into this 100% grant funded position has no bumping rights upon grant expiration or in a reduction of force.
N/A