MARKETING SPEC 3 (Marketing Specialist) Job Listing at University of California in Davis, CA (Job ID 68768)

Description

Department Description

The School of Education was established in 2002, building on an 85-year tradition at UC Davis of working to strengthen public education. The School offers preparation for the California teaching credential, master's and doctoral-level programs for educational researchers and practitioners, and professional development for educators throughout Northern California. The School has over 40 full time senate and clinical faculty and 80 staff. The School's total budget is over $30 million, and is comprised of state general funds, tuition and self-supporting revenue.

The School also supports a dynamic and diverse program of research. Faculty members and graduate students conduct research in numerous areas as diverse as academic language and literacy, college access and persistence, community and citizen science, autism and education, and much more. In addition to the academic programs, the School is home to eight Research and Innovation Centers and the federally funded College Opportunity Programs, serving over 7,000 middle and high school students in California. Ranked 32nd in 2023 by US News and World Report, the School is in the top 12% of Graduate Schools of Education nationally.

Please visit our website for more information on the School: http://education.ucdavis.edu 

Under general supervision of the School of Education's Director of Marketing and Communications, the Marketing Specialist performs the full range of marketing activities necessary to support student recruitment and other School of Education strategic goals. Develops and implements strategies and materials designed to promote awareness of the School of Education's academic programs within UC Davis and to the general public.

THIS CONTRACT APPOINTMENT ENDS TWO YEARS FROM DATE OF HIRE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR CONVERSION TO CAREER BASED ON FUNDING.

Position Information

Apply by Date                      

5/21/2024

Salary Range                        

$72,300/yr. - $131,100/yr. (Department budgeted salary range: $72,300/yr. - $80,000/yr. Commensurate with experience.)

Appointment Type                   

Contract - 2 year contract with possibility of extension or conversion to career.

Number of Positions

1

Percentage of Time                 

100%

Shift Hours                               

Manager will advise.

Location                                   

Davis, CA / Hybrid Work Schedule

Union Representation              

No

Benefits Eligible                       

Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work on a computer for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Eligible for hybrid-remote flex place arrangement.
• Occasionally work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends to meet operational needs such as special events.
• Possible restricted vacation during peak workload periods.
• Provide own transportation to off-site events and meetings.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, writing, marketing or other writing-related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent writing skills, evidenced by experience writing, editing, and proofreading a variety of digital and print materials, such as website pages, social media posts, recruitment materials, newsletters, flyers, etc.
• Experience developing and distributing messages to target audiences via electronic media, including websites, social media platforms, e-newsletters, and other communication vehicles.
• Experience with posting on and management of major social media channels such as Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain effective positive and cooperative relationships with a diverse group of internal/external stakeholders at UC Davis and in the broader community.
• Skills to use cloud-based file storage and retrieval systems including Google Drive and Box.
• Skills to use Mac OS computers and Microsoft Office applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:    

• Experience working in higher education student recruitment or in higher education settings.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro) and/or Canva to create and edit publications and graphics.
• Experience with website content management systems such as Drupal or WordPress.
• Experience using online marketing platforms such as Constant Contact, MailChimp or Emma.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.  

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.