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COMPLETE POSITION DESCRIPTION EC 10005

Working Title: Southeast Wis. Marketing Coordinator - 50%
Official Title: Associate Marketing Specialist
Unit: Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR),
University of Wisconsin-Extension
Appointment: Academic Staff 50% fixed term
Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Availability: Immediate/ Open until filled. For best consideration, repond by October 30, 2009

POSITION SUMMARY
Wisconsin Public Radio is the second-largest public radio network in the country. The goal of this position is to execute WPR’s marketing plan in southeastern Wisconsin while overseeing certain statewide marketing initiatives. The Promotions and Marketing Coordinator will plan and execute promotion campaigns and community relations activities to increase awareness of Wisconsin Public Radio in Southeastern Wisconsin. This position reports to Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Manager and consults with Wisconsin Public Radio Marketing Director.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Develop, initiate and pursue community relations activities and partnerships that effectively position and promote Wisconsin Public Radio programming and services to southeastern Wisconsin.
  2. Manage statewide outreach initiatives of particular interest to the Milwaukee market, such as WPR Classical.
  3. Nurture the relationship and foster further collaboration with other public radio stations in southeastern Wisconsin. Help position Wisconsin Public Radio in a clear and concise way in a market with three other public radio stations.
  4. Assist in planning, execution and evaluation of Wisconsin Public Radio remote broadcasts.
  5. Collaborate with regional managers, marketing director, programming and development staff.
  6. Manage, train and oversee the southeastern Wisconsin volunteer corps and internship program.
  7. Supervise the development and maintenance of the regional web pages.
  8. Work with Regional Manager on trades of goods or services to benefit the regional office and promotion and marketing efforts.
  9. Recognizes multiculturalism and diversity as organizational assets.
  10. Demonstrate respect for others in all workplace relationships and interactions.
  11. Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Collaborate with a range of internal and external partners to execute high-quality outreach initiatives.
  • Execute and manage statewide marketing plans.
  • Communicate clearly, accurately and effectively with excellent written, verbal and oral communication skills; write and edit quickly and effectively.
  • Work well under pressure and consistently complete work by agreed upon deadlines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Bachelor’s degree and 1 to 2 or more years of relevant job-related experience.
  2. Experience in marketing or related field
  3. Proven ability to manage all aspects of large-scale projects.
  4. Demonstrated ability to collaborate productively with external organizations and the ability to work in partnership with internal departments.
  5. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  6. Professional record of writing clearly, engagingly and persuasively for a variety of audiences.
  7. Experience working with diverse and multicultural communities.
 DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
  • Previous public radio experience.
  • An understanding the Milwaukee / southeastern Wisconsin media market and public broadcasting’s role within that market.
SALARY: The range for this position is $15, 427 – 23,139 at 50% appointment. The Full time equivalent is $30,853 – 46,278. Actual pay will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. WPR offers a comprehensive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY: This position is open until filled, however for best consideration please apply by 10/30/09. A complete submission will include the following information:

  1. A completed UW-Extension application form, applicant survey and confidentiality form. (You may request a MS Word formatted copy to be sent via e-mail.
  2. A detailed resume.
  3. A persuasive narrative of two to five pages detailing HOW your experience relates to this position and what you can bring to Wisconsin Public Radio. Please draw comparisons between your experience and the job duties and qualifications for this position.
  4. Writing sample or sample of marketing campaign.
  5. Names and contact information including e-mail address for five work references whom we may call. (on form)
  6. Recruitment source where you learned about this position; (appears on AA data sheet)
  7. Salary history.

The successful candidate will be required to provide documentation of credentials. Prior to appointment to this position, a criminal records review will be conducted. UWEX complies with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act with regard to nondiscrimination on the basis of arrest and/or conviction record.

DIRECT INQUIRIES AND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:

Betsy Nelson
Wisconsin Public Radio
821 University Avenue
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
Or call 608-262-5221; e-mail betsy.nelson@wpr.org

This document can be made available in alternative formats by calling the person listed above.

Under Wisconsin Statutes, if asked, UW-Extension is required to provide a list of all nominees and applicants who have not requested, in writing, that their identities remain confidential. The identities of all finalists must be released upon request.

An offer of employment is contingent upon establishment of identity and verification of employment eligibility as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, the University of Wisconsin-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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