Fan Engagement Assistant - Harrisonburg, United States - James Madison University

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Description

Working Title:
Fan Engagement Assistant (Part - Time, Two Positions)


State Role Title:
Public Relations and Marketing Specialist I


Position Type:
Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried


Position Status:
Part-Time


College/Division:
Intercollegiate Athletics


Department:
Marketing/Promotions


Pay Rate:
Hourly


Beginning Review Date:05/15/2024


Specify Range or Amount:
$15.50


Is this a JMU only position? No


Is this a grant-funded position? No


Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No


About JMU:


  • JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future.

JMU offers several perks to all employees including:

  • A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
  • Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
  • A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
  • Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
  • Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.
Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees
General Information:


Duties and Responsibilities:


The Athletics Fan Engagement Assistant will report directly to the Associate Director of Fan Engagement and will serve an integral role in the operations of the fan engagement (marketing) department, working directly with several sports.

This position will develop and execute marketing plans for assigned sports, to include creating attendance programs and initiatives while overseeing game day atmosphere, fan engagement and overall marketing operations.

Other duties will include assisting the Fan Engagement Department with promotions and game day operations for football and men's and women's basketball, and supporting other department initiatives and special projects as assigned.

This position will be required to work in an office as well as at numerous athletic events and other promotional events.


Qualifications:


  • Required Qualifications include:
  • Previous experience in Athletics Fan Engagement/Marketing; this experience in a campus setting would be beneficial
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Professional, resultsoriented selfstarter who takes initiative to solve problems
  • Ability to work independently and in group settings with a positive demeanor
  • Excellent writing and editing skills, attention to detail is essential
  • Outgoing personality and ability to work with people in multiple settings and varied backgrounds
  • Creative and determined worker that is proactive in sales and promotion
  • Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple responsibilities
  • Strong organizational and communication skills

Additional Considerations include:

  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, inDesign or similar)
  • Experience in brand marketing or athletics marketing
  • Knowledge of and interest in collegiate athletics

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.


This is a part-time wage position working up to an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year with no benefits.


E-Verify Notice:

After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.


Additional Posting Information:


EEO Statement:


James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination.

This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for

Equal Opportunity:

Reasonable Accommodation:


Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

**Equal Opportunity Employer

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