University of Utah is hiring: Marketing Specialist in Salt Lake City

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and creative Marketing Specialist to contribute to the development of marketing and communications for the University of Utah Housing & Dining Programs (HDP) department. This specialist role involves supervising student ambassadors, designing, coordinating, and executing writing, design, and project management tasks, and ensuring proper branding of products, all while utilizing traditional and digital publishing technologies to produce diverse communication materials.

This position will be part of the HDP marketing and communications unit, reporting directly to the Marketing and Assessment Manager. The team is comprised of an associate director, a manager, and specialists who supervise a group of student interns. This is a hybrid role that requires in‑person meetings and maintaining a regular physical presence at the department. The ideal candidate is a self‑directed professional who can work comfortably in a fast‑paced environment and be accountable for results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communications plans based on HDP application cycles, assessment projects, and marketing priorities (e.g., move‑in campaign, Upper Division and First‑Year housing application, and the Resident Satisfaction Survey) by utilizing traditional and electronic publishing technologies.
• Collaborate with key partners such as the Office of Admissions, Orientation, and Alumni, to coordinate housing tours with student ambassadors (scheduling and staffing).
• Oversee content creation for social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok). Work with student ambassadors and campus partners; manage a group of 5/6 students who develop design, video, and photography content for regular posts and specific campaigns.
• Monitor the effectiveness of marketing/communication tactics and adjust communication plans as necessary.
• Research, develop, proofread communications, and monitor media.
• Develop and adhere to project timelines, ensuring that deliverables (digital and distributed material) are accurate and timely.
• Support the marketing unit by contributing to cross‑functional efforts, including internal and external events, move‑in presentations for new students, and in‑state and out‑of‑state recruitment trips during the recruitment season.
• Perform other related technical duties as assigned.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field plus 3 years of related experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Must possess excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills; familiarity with a variety of computer software; project management and strong interpersonal skills; ability to work both individually and in a team setting.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Canva, and email marketing platforms.
• Experience preparing reports and graphic illustrations of findings using data visualization strategies and tools.
• Experience creating slide decks and presenting information to individuals and groups.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Familiarity with a variety of computer software; project management experience; ability to work both individually and in a team setting.

Requisition Number: PRN43361B

Full‑Time or Part‑Time: Full Time

Work Schedule Summary: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm, with rare evenings or weekend work required based on departmental events.

Department: 00307 - Housing & Residential Educ

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $54,000 to $59,000

Close Date: 12/1/2025

Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190635