Hiring Department

Executive Communications & Marketing

Job Description

The Marketing Manager will assist the Associate Mizzou Marketing Director in leading campus-wide marketing efforts by managing department relationships across the university to ensure consistent and effective online marketing strategy is being employed and marketing needs are being met. The Marketing Manager will use available performance and industry data to assist with creating strategic direction for all marketing efforts and will manage various agency and vendor relationships as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Associate Director in leading long-term planning efforts, including brand management, marketing strategy and campaign planning
• Guide short-term strategic planning efforts, including connecting with other departments within the division and university-wide to create marketing plans. Work with project manager to assign tasks and deadlines.
• Work with Associate Director, Creative Director and Digital Marketing Manager to use data and metrics to drive creative strategy and decision-making. Assist with development of institutional marketing strategies optimized for publication on a variety of channels, including web, social and traditional.
• Lead special projects as assigned by Associate Director.
• Assist in the planning and management of Mizzou Online ad spend and operational budget.
• Manage designated agency and vendor relationships as projects and strategies dictate.
• Keep current on best practices in higher education, particularly in the areas of marketing, public relations, social media, crisis management and communications.

Shift

M-F; 8am - 5pm - Regular business hours with a few nights or weekends for events as needed

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors in marketing, communications or a related field. 2 years experience in higher education field is preferred

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000/year

Grade: GGS-11

University Title: Senior Strategic Communications Consultant

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Resume

Other Information

As the Mizzou Marketing team, we are stewards of the Mizzou brand. We share the story of 180+ years of education, research, outreach and inclusive excellence, proudly moving forward a name recognized around the world.

Yeah, our job is pretty great.

As part of Mizzou's Marketing and Communication Office, we manage Mizzou's brand awareness efforts and campaigns for undergraduate enrollment, on-campus and online initiatives and University of Missouri System projects.

Part of a larger division of dedicated professionals, we also contribute to web development, executive communications, digital publications and Mizzou Visual Productions projects.

Our team bleeds Black and Gold. We love Mizzou and what we do. Be prepared to join a fast-paced, positive and support team who gets things done but knows how to have a good time!

Check out more about us here: https://marcom.missouri.edu/marketing

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.