Marketing Specialist I

Staff Openings Open · verified Aug 17, 2026

University Full-time Mid-level General Marketing

Mid-level General Marketing role at Staff Openings. University · full-time · $46,904–$70,366 base.

SalaryStated by Staff Openings

$46,904 – $70,366

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

You’ll update the website weekly and manage its content
You’ll run social media across seven to ten active accounts
You’ll coordinate photo and video work and support production
You’ll create and distribute communications for the school
You’ll prepare project materials, track research, and coordinate stakeholder meetings

What you bring

A bachelor's degree is required
Relevant experience is not required, while three years in marketing or a related field is preferred

Who this fits

You’ll support marketing and communications for the School of Applied Sciences, serving students, prospective students, alumni, families, faculty, staff, donors, and external partners. This is a full-time role based in University, United States of America, with the timezone unspecified. Applicants selected for interviews must give written notice of any needed accommodation, and candidates considered for employment undergo a background investigation.

From the employer

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Department:

School of Applied Sciences

Job Summary:

Performs technical work in the support of the marketing team.

Job Description:

Drafts meeting notes and prepares materials including updated project benchmarks and research information to support marketing projects, campaigns, and work unit personnel.
Summarizes market tracking and research data from distributed market surveys.
Assists in developing creative marketing strategies and multimedia campaigns by creating and distributing draft materials to a variety of project participants.
Ensures promotional materials are maintained.
Modifies materials as directed by professional staff.
Schedules meetings of project stakeholders, including external vendors as required to maintain project timelines and responds to initial questions.

Job Responsibilities:

The Marketing Specialist will assist with core operational and executional responsibilities, including but not limited to:

Weekly website updates and content management
Social media management across 7–10 active accounts
Photo and video coordination and production support
Development and distribution of school-wide communications

Marketing and communications efforts within the School of Applied Sciences support a broad and diverse set of audiences, including:

Current students (school and department level)
Prospective students
Alumni
Parents and families
Faculty and staff
Donors and external partners

The addition of a full-time Marketing Specialist will strengthen the school’s ability to engage these audiences consistently and effectively, while creating a more sustainable and scalable marketing team structure aligned with the school’s growth and strategic priorities.

Preferred Experience:

3 years in Marketing or related field.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience | No Experience Required | Not Required

Compensation:

$46,904.00 - $70,366.40

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.