June 20, 2008

POSITION TITLE:  Assistant Director of Sports Marketing

DEPARTMENT:      Intercollegiate Athletics

CATEGORY:           Full-time, Exempt (112255)

RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Assistant Director of Sports Marketing will assist the development of marketing programs and activities that cultivate interest and support for all 27 sports at the university. Specific responsibilities include: Development of the marketing initiatives, promotional materials and game operations for Men's Soccer (2005 National Champions) and Men's Lacrosse (2004, 2005 ACC Champs); assistance of game day operations and promotions for football, and men's and women's basketball; managing the student-intern program which includes hiring, training and evaluating six paid students and twenty volunteer students. The Assistant Director will also help develop video content for team websites and promotional uses.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor's degree required.  A minimum of two years experience in sports marketing (preferably in a Division I athletic program) or entertainment environment.  Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), familiarity with Photoshop, and non-linear editing experience (Final Cut) preferred.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

APPLICATION:  For best consideration, email a cover letter, current resume and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to:

            Mr. John Vengroski

            Assistant Athletics Director, Human Resources

            University of Maryland

            2608 Comcast Center

            College Park, MD 20742

            Fax: 301-314-7149

            Email: terpjobs-athletics@umd.edu

The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.