This position will create and implement a comprehensive marketing initiative program to support all programs, services, and activities within the Recreation and Wellness department at ODU . The Assistant Director also oversees the development, access, maintenance and recruitment of current and future memberships. This position is also responsible for hiring, training, and supervising full-time personnel and student employees in addition to maintaining current certifications and continuing education related to the marketing field. This position assists in long-range planning and implementation of departmental programming as it relates to the overall mission within the division.

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in marketing, communications, public relations or related field or bachelor's degree in the areas previously indicated along with experience equivalent to a master's degree. First Aid, CPR , and AED certifications or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment. Possession of or ability to acquire a valid Virginia State driver's license. Some experience with sales and recruitment of memberships. Some experience in designing and maintaining websites and social media platforms. Considerable experience in marketing to and reaching targeted demographics. Experience in researching and applying best practices and trends in regards to branding and incentivizing participation. Basic experience critiquing designs and concepts. Excellent organizational, management, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with other individuals and departments on campus and in the surrounding community. High level of organizational skills and proven record of delivering quality results in a timely manner. Proven ability to manage projects and deliver results. Excellent written and oral communication skills: excellent intrapersonal skills. Ability to think critically and present information is essential. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Flash, Adobe Enterprise Marketing, HTML , InDesign, Adobe design suite, CRM and willing to learn new programs. Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
Work experience within a collegiate setting.

Conditions of Employment

Job Open Date
01/27/2020

Open Until Filled
Yes

Application Review Date
02/17/2020

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Department Information

Equity Statement
Old Dominion University does not discriminate in admissions, treatment, employment or access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), political affiliation, veteran status, family medical and genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement
Old Dominion University, located in the City of Norfolk in the metropolitan Hampton Roads region of coastal Virginia, is a state-assisted, Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive institution that serves its students and enriches the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through rigorous academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active civic engagement. Its 24,000 students, including over 6,000 graduate students, form a diverse and multicultural community in six academic colleges. Through a collaborative and innovative approach to education and research, the University focuses on student learning and addresses critical needs in the professions. ODU's programs are offered on the main campus, at higher education centers in the region, and at numerous distance learning sites.



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