Assistant Director of Marketing
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Applicants must complete an online application at in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online will not be considered for this position. Once you submit your completed application you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Linda Mobley at linda.mobley@unf.edu.
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Job Title Assistant Director of Marketing Position Number 310350 Requisition Number B08301 Position Type Administrative Class Code 9978 Time-limited through N/A Type of Appointment Full-Time Faculty Position Sub-Type N/A Length of Appointment N/A Internal Recruitment? No Working Hours 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Department Marketing & Communications Organization Marketing & Communications Division President’s Office College N/A Approved Hiring Salary Range $59,135 to negotiable Pay Basis Annually Equal Opportunity
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General Description / Primary Purpose
The Assistant Director of Marketing, under the direction of an Associate Director or above, plays an integral role in the design, development, implementation and interpretation of departmental processes and/or programs.
Essential Duties
Job Function
The primary role of the Assistant Director of Marketing is developing content for University marketing efforts and internal and external communications. The Assistant Director will:
- Research, write and edit content for University print and online publications including the UNF Newsroom, marketing materials, brochures, annual reports, special events newsletters and collateral, internal and external electronic newsletters such as the faculty and staff e-newsletter, print and online ads, Osprey Journal alumni magazine, webpages and more.
- Interview students, faculty, staff, alumni, and donors and write compelling stories for a variety of platforms. The Assistant Director must have a strong understanding of the power of storytelling and a demonstrated ability to write inspiring stories.
- Assist in marketing research; support the assistant vice president in content production and development of University marketing campaigns.
- Assist with University marketing approval reviews for printed and promotional materials.
- Draft speaking points, presentations, correspondence and other projects as needed.
- Requires a variety of skills including the ability to work with both external and internal constituencies.
- In the event of an emergency, this position plays a critical role in crisis communication. In the FEMA Incident Command System, this position may be called upon to craft or refine internal and external messages and distribute the information a wide variety of ways (including e-mails, emergency message systems, text messages, etc.) to students, faculty, staff, visitors, the media and key stakeholders such as board members, alumni, community members and others.
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Marginal Functions
- During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job-related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
A Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a directly related area of specialization and two years of experience directly related to the job functions; or a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a directly related area of specialization and four years of experience directly related to the job functions.
Faculty Position Required Qualifications
N/A
Departmental Requirements
The Assistant Director:
- Must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Also requires excellent organizational and management skills.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Microsoft Word, Excel and have the ability to learn other specialized software packages as necessary.
- Have a working knowledge of graphic design concepts and photography.
- Have knowledge and experience working with Content Management Systems; may have to update and create webpages through the University’s CMS.
- Be able to work on a Mac platform.
- May be expected to attend athletic, cultural and University/community events.
- Requires excellent organizational and management skills.
Preference will be given to individuals who have demonstrated storytelling abilities, effective verbal and written communication skills, experience working directly with publication schedules, and who exhibit an extensive portfolio of work. Preferred background includes experience with Adobe Creative Suites and web technologies.
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student,
employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.
Required Licensure or Certification
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Machines/Equipment used regularly
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Anticipated Start Date 04/17/2023 Job Posting Date 03/22/2023 Application Review Date Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Point of Contact Information Linda Mobley linda.mobley@unf.edu Hiring Official Isabel Pease Location if not Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL Special Instructions
Applicants must complete an online application at in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online will not be considered for this position. Once you submit your completed application you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Linda Mobley at linda.mobley@unf.edu.
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