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Marketing Operations Specialist

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, State College
Jun 24, 2025
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POSITION SPECIFICS The Marketing Operations Specialist will report to the Senior Director and is responsible for developing, facilitating, and troubleshooting a variety of marketing processes and communications needs across the marketing and communications team in support of client requests, as well as college-wide internal relationship-building in coordination with the client relations specialist. This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. Job Responsibilities: Implement and refine the infrastructure, processes, and complex communications workflow systems needed to effectively and efficiently support the marketing needs of the college. Serve as the team expert in email marketing platform management, including email creation, list management, training, maintenance, and scheduling. Collaborate with the senior director and client relations specialist to establish team priorities with the goal of client relationship-building across departments and units seeking communications and marketing solutions. Coordinate the flow of leadership communications for all dean-level messaging and serve as the connection between the executive assistant and the communications team. Oversee the annual project calendar and general status of in-process projects. Create monthly email newsletter publications for audiences that include: undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty and staff. Assist the client relations specialist in survey and focus group development, organization, and facilitation. Serve as the team liaison with Engineering IT for technology needs and support. Assist with coordinating onboarding for new staff and interns. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $67,300.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. 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