Tennessee Tech is hiring: Public Relations Specialist I (Marketing & Promotions

Public Relations Specialist I (Marketing & Promotions Coordinator)

Please read the job description carefully before applying. The essential functions are the fundamental job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Additional job duties may be assigned as needed.

Applicants who do not fully meet the minimum qualifications or who do not fully complete the application as instructed will not be considered. Applicants are responsible for demonstrating that they possess the qualifications advertised for the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure applicants of an interview.

Position Information

Position Number : 512010

Working Title : Public Relations Specialist I (Marketing & Promotions Coordinator)

Job Title : Coordinator

Job Type : Full-Time

Department : Athletic Director

Job Purpose : The overall purpose of this job is to assist the Director for Video and Marketing in day-to-day operations. This position reports to the Director for Video and Marketing and works to increase sponsorship revenue and season ticket sales as well as provide a positive look to athletics from a patron’s point of view through social media, promotions, special events and community outreach.

Essential Functions

• Creates marketing and promotions initiatives for intercollegiate athletics, including special events, social media, fundraising involvement and community outreach.
• Coordinates the planning and distribution of marketing and promotional materials.
• Assists with developing comprehensive season ticket plans for football and men’s and women’s basketball, including social media, community event involvement, speaking opportunities and group sales.
• Assists with floor / field activity for men’s and women’s basketball and football events, assists with on-court / on-field promotions, script creation, sponsorship presentations, giveaways and in-game details.
• Serves as a sales contact for corporate sponsorships.
• Complies with NCAA, OVC and TTU guidelines, rules and regulations.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with University personnel and corporate / community sponsors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business or a related field. The position also requires on-the-job training and effective communication skills as well as networking and sales training. The position should have one year of experience, preferably in an athletic setting, beyond the degree requirement. Effective communication, time management skills, appropriate business etiquette, sales and networking skills, organizational skills, and ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Three years of experience in marketing, promotions, sales or related area. Graphic design experience. Supervisory experience. Experience working in a collegiate athletics program.

Work Hours

Ability to work extended nights and weekends.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Pay grade 9. Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package including the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.

Posting Details

Posting Date : 11 / 12 / 2024

Screening Date : 11 / 26 / 2024

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three references. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.

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