Athletics Marketing Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Athletics Marketing Assistant

Requisition Number

RE49937

Working Title

Department Name

12E00:UKAA - External Operations

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Athletics Marketing Assistant

Requisition Number

RE49937

Working Title

Department Name

12E00:UKAA - External Operations

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

43

Salary Range

$39,894-63,814/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Some lifting (50 lbs or less), office and some outdoor work in variable climates.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00 pm and beyond 5:00 pm with evenings and weekends (required game attendance for marketing purposes).

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Marketing in conjunction with coaching staff and athletic personnel, will develop a comprehensive marketing plan for assigned sports, including oversight of media buys, creation of radio, print, television and social media content; utilize budgeted resources to enhance attendance at home sporting events for assigned sports; build relationships with community leaders through e-mail, phone, and in-person meetings conducting group sales, rights holder & sponsor fulfillment.

The Assistant Director of Marketing may also assist with the home game fan experience at football, special events & men’s & women’s basketball preparing game scripts, assisting with promotions, music, & special presentations. The position will assist in oversight of undergraduate student workers during home games for assigned sports, fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

One year of experience

Deadline to Apply

04/27/2025

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of paid experience do you have in developing a marketing plan for a collegiate athletics program?

   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

2. * Please describe your experience working with coaches and administrators to develop a comprehensive marketing plan and the results of the collaboration.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

2. * How many years of experience do you have in working with social media platforms?

   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

3. * How many years of experience do you have in writing game scripts?

   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

4. * Choose the option that best represents your paid experience in promoting and producing sporting events with fan attendance that exceeds 20,000.

   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

5. * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your personal NCAA record. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution?

   • Yes
   • No

6. * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation?

   • Yes
   • No

7. * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA legislation?

   • Yes
   • No

8. * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions ever issued you show-cause penalty?

   • Yes
   • No

9. * If you answered yes, to either of the previous two questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to both of the previous questions please type: N/A

(Open Ended Question)

1. * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAA compliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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