Kansas Athletics offers an excellent benefits package including: 403(b) matching program, plus voluntary retirement savings plans; health, dental, vision insurance, Section 125 flexible spending plans; paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; paid Parental leave; employer paid long-term disability, group term life and AD&D; tuition reimbursement; complimentary season tickets; Adidas merchandise allotment and discounts; free weight room access; and more!
Required Education:
2 Year Degree
Additional Information:
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
Kansas Athletics Inc. is seeking an experienced Director of Marketing and Community Engagement to join our dynamic Marketing team! The Director of Marketing and Community Engagement position exists to provide support for the strategic marketing initiatives of the Athletics Department and assigned sport programs. The Department of Athletics uses marketing and community engagement strategies to generate revenue, maximize attendance and to create a first-class game environment and fan experience elements related to Football. This position is also responsible for all department community engagements initiatives in an effort to continue to connect Kansas Athletics to the community in the greater Lawrence area.
Target start date will be April 3, 2023.
Applicants should supply a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;
Minimum of 4 years work experience related to sports marketing, sales promotions, or related field;
Demonstrated ability to write scripts as part of game production and execution, and the ability to describe ideas, and/or plans clearly and effectively in written format;
General knowledge of all Big 12 and NCAA guidelines related to marketing, fan experience and game management;
Ability to communicate clearly and to convey thoughts, ideas and plans clearly to coaches, administrators and other athletics staff members;
Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail;
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under multiple, strict deadlines in a fast-paced office environment with the capacity to adapt quickly to major and minor changes in projects and outcomes;
Proven strong work ethic and ability to work in a team environment;
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.);
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and solutions focused approach to challenges and improvements;
Ability and willingness to work home sporting events, and occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed during peak sport seasons.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in collegiate or professional sports game production settings;
Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite;
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent relevant experience.
Kansas Athletics, Inc. is a not for profit corporation which was organized in 1925 to foster development of intercollegiate athletics in conjunction with the educational activities of the University of Kansas. Kansas Athletics operates the varsity intercollegiate athletic programs (18 men's and women's intercollegiate teams) of the University of Kansas in facilities owned by the State of Kansas. A major comprehensive research and teaching university with an enrollment of approximately 27,000, the University provides outstanding excellence in education and research.Kansas Athletics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.