Coordinator II - Coordinator of Athletics Marketing

Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite, Athletics, Budget Management, Business Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Engagement Marketing, Establish Priorities, Event Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Higher Education, Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Campaign, Marketing Communications, Marketing Objectives, Marketing Plan, Marketing Strategy, Media Production, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Music, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Tracking, Promotional Programs, Promotional Strategy, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Record Keeping, Sales Campaigns, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Set Goals, Social Media, Sports, Sports Management, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Huntsville, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community!

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition 202600160S Title Coordinator II - Coordinator of Athletics Marketing FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 9. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.

Occupational Category Professional Department IMC Athletics External Engagement Division Integrated Marketing Communications Open Date 06/04/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Management, Communications, Public Relations, Sports Management or related field. Two years of experience in a related field. Experience in collegiate athletics is preferred. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Performs moderately complex work implementing marketing, promotions, and ticketing programs for the Department of Athletics through the Sam Houston State University Integrated Marketing Communications Division.

Primary Responsibilities

Develops and implements marketing and promotional strategies to enhance attendance, fan experience during athletic events, and overall brand growth. Provides leadership and oversight for marketing initiatives and supervises staff and ensures the execution of high-quality promotional campaigns. Directly supervises student workers, part-time staff, and interns, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations. Oversees the recruitment, hiring, training, and scheduling of student marketing assistants and event support staff. Assigns tasks and monitors progress to ensure the timely execution of marketing strategies, game-day operations, and promotional campaigns. Leads team meetings and training sessions to ensure all staff members are aligned with department goals and standards. Manages workflow, delegating responsibilities to ensure efficient operations on game days and during special events. Conducts regular check-ins with staff to assess performance, provide feedback, and address any operational challenges. Develops and oversees the implementation of marketing plans for intercollegiate athletic teams and events. Prepares and executes detailed game scripts, including music direction, video content, public address announcements, and spirit squads, ensuring a high-quality fan experience for assigned sports. Promotes revenue generation opportunities and coordinates sponsorship activation and in-game presentations. Acts as a liaison for campus spirit groups and student organizations and schedules/coordinates event entertainment (halftime/intermission acts, national anthem singers, etc.) at Sam Houston Athletics home contests. Collaborates with sports teams to create seasonal event packages and promotional events. Assists in publishing content onto various social media platforms and works closely with third-party sports property agents to create attractive promotional packages for sponsorships. Works with Ticket Office to develop and implement season, single-game, and group sales campaigns. Coordinates with communications, media production, ticketing, and event management to prioritize the fan experience at all events. Develops and implements events and promotions that contribute to seasonal marketing calendars. Works with vendors on and off campus to produce necessary promotional and support items for events while managing established budgets. Establishes goals and strategies for assigned projects and ensures marketing objectives are met. Maintains accurate records of marketing campaigns, staff scheduling, and event attendance data for analysis and reporting. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

An organized and motivated leader committed to customer service and high standards for quality work is required. Requires excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and related software is preferred.

Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47451

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Letter of Recommendation 1
  • Letter of Recommendation 2
  • Reference Contact Information

Optional Documents

  • Letter of Recommendation 3

Screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • How did you learn about this position?
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education

  • TWC - Work in Texas

  • Inside Higher Ed

  • Higher Ed Jobs

  • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

  • SHSU Website

  • SHSU Employee

  • Other

  • If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee" please indicate employee's name and department.

(Open Ended Question)

  • If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source.

(Open Ended Question)

    • Please describe a marketing or fan engagement initiative you led and its impact.

(Open Ended Question)

About the Company

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Sam Houston State University