Marketing Strategist
Summary
- Job Category:
- Sales and Marketing
- Job Title:
- Marketing Strategist
- Job Category Definition:
- This specialty covers the strategic and operational management of activities related to the design, analysis, implementation and or purchase of market research and strategy; the strategic and operational management of activities related to the conception, development, creation, editing, production, implementation and/or purchase of promotional communications, educational communications, or scholarly publications; the strategic and operational management of activities related to the development and implementation of sales strategy, new business/membership/client development, retention of clients/members, negotiation of contracts, and identification of entrepreneurial enterprises and relationship management strategies; the strategic and operational management of activities related to communicating during an emergency or crisis situation; and/or the strategic and operational management of activities related to the conception, development, creation, and dissemination of news, research and/or strategic communications; public relations initiatives; and the delivery of large-scale, public events for a diverse audience, including the news media, internal and external stakeholders, key constituents and the community-at-large.
- Job Title Definition:
- The Marketing Strategist designs and implements accurate and actionable marketing strategy and tactics that meet defined goals and objectives and align with overall University goals and policies; reviews and analyzes market data and leverages multi-media print, publications, electronic communications, public relations, and special events to design and execute marketing strategies and tactics; provides strategy consultation and services to ensure that marketing and organizational decision-making are supported by accurate data and analyses and timely and cost-effective marketing plans that favorably position University programs, products, units, campuses, or colleges; develops and implements strategies and tactics targeted at the acquisition of prospects, students, alumni, donors, members, customers, fans, or clients and personally manages the marketing for targeted audiences within diverse program areas. Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title.
- Working Conditions:
- Specific physical requirements and effort are outlined in Job Responsibilities Worksheet (list of essential job duties and responsibilities specific to a particular job at the unit level) in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
- Other Requirements:
Levels
Level 3
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
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| MSSM0303 | J | Exempt |
Level 3 positions typically demonstrate proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications to integrate fundamental elements from other specialties into work assignments; apply knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization to complete difficult assignments; promote a culture that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse team members; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; may lead a project team involved in completion of difficult assignments, requiring proficient knowledge of field of specialization; interpret and communicate information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in writing including materials intended for distribution; incorporate new facts and ideas into group processes and apply creative thinking to develop new solutions; typically work with minimal supervision on difficult assignments, conferring with manager on unusual matters.
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4+ years related experience Bachelor's Degree or higher Or an equivalent combination of education and experience |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
Level 4
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
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| MSSM0304 | L | Exempt |
Level 4 positions typically demonstrate advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization and complete complex assignments; integrate complex elements from other specialties into work assignments; demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusionary practices which support diversity throughout the University; establish a shared vision and take responsibility for the achievement of team goals, and provide direction for appropriate implementation of plans; present ideas, concepts and instructions in a clear manner, and use persuasion and negotiation to build consensus and cooperation; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; develop new techniques, concepts, theories, programs or solutions and apply them to complex strategic operating issues; typically work independently on complex work assignments, review progress and evaluate results and update management as appropriate; may direct and delegate work to lower-level staff.
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6+ years related experience Bachelor's Degree or higher; Master's Degree preferred Or an equivalent combination of education and experience |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
Level 5
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
|---|---|---|
| MSSM0305 | M | Exempt |
Level 5 positions typically extend mastery of job knowledge to the principles, theories and practices of related specialties; expand knowledge of best practices and incorporate into all work assignments and procedures; evaluate and enhance current practices and efforts to ensure optimal support of diversity; oversee leadership of teams and projects that involve extensive cooperation and coordination between multiple departments across the University or with external customers; prepare written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on highly complex issues and deliver to a broad variety of audiences; identify and implement innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and/or operational issues which may involve unusual circumstances and incomplete or conflicting data; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; work independently on highly complex or strategic assignments; may direct and supervise lower-level staff.
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8+ years related experience Bachelor's Degree or higher; Master's Degree preferred Or an equivalent combination of education and experience |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.