Job Description

Overview Job ID: 81049 Location: UCSB Campus Full/Part Time: Full Time Add to Favorite Jobs | Email this Job Job Posting Details Position Number: 40079231 Payroll Title: MARKETING SPEC 2 (007551) Job Code: 7551 Job Open Date: 9/8/25 Application Review Begins: 9/30/25 Department Code (Name): MUS (MUSIC DEPT) Percentage of Time: 100 Union Code (Name): 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM) Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS Salary Grade: Grade 19 Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.88 - $33.05/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $28.88 - $49.76/hr. Work Location: Music - 301 Working Days and Hours: 8AM-5PM Monday through Friday, occasional nights and weekends Benefits Eligibility: Full Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations) Special Instructions For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application. Department Marketing Statement The UC Santa Barbara Department of Music is a dynamic community of distinguished faculty performers, composers, and scholars, talented and promising graduate and undergraduate students, and a dedicated team of professional staff. We are a multi-faceted department with a fully established research and professional programs with degrees in composition, musicology, ethnomusicology, music theory, and multiple areas of music performance. The department also puts on a wide range of productions from large operas to small world music series ensembles and everything in between. For more information about our department, please visit Benefits of Belonging Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC. Brief Summary of Job Duties Under the direction of the Production and Events Manager, with additional guidance provided by the Business Officer and the Chair, the Marketing and Communications Manager is primarily responsible for the creative and progressive marketing, social media presence, communications, public relations, and major initiatives for the Department of Music. Is also responsible for adhering to an annual publicity budget, the design and maintenance of the department's website, and negotiating contracts and royalties for licensed materials used for publicity purposes. The department produces approximately 150 events each academic year, including large and small audience lectures, concerts, recitals, and masterclasses. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training Solid knowledge of marketing principles, concepts, strategies and best practices. Knowledge of customer service standards / procedures. Preferred Qualifications 1-3 years Experience in Marketing & Digital Communications Solid knowledge of institutional products and services. Organizational skills and skills in file creation, maintenance and management. Special Conditions of Employment Occasional nights and weekends Satisfactory criminal history background check UCSB is a Tobacco-Free Environment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Job Functions and Percentages of Time 40% Marketing, Publicity and Public Relations MARKETING: In consultation with the Chair, Business Officer, Production & Event Manager, and departmental faculty members, develops creative, progressive, and cost-effective marketing strategies to refine and broaden the local and national profile of the department's public events and academic mission. Envisions and implements methods of presenting to the campus and community a highly visible and favorable image of the Department of Music. Responsible for the creation, distribution, execution, and measurement of written marketing plans. Sets goals for marketing and ticket sales and devises strategies for achieving them. Prepares regular reports on the effectiveness of these marketing plans. Establishes advertising schedules and administers placement of print, digital, online, television and radio advertising. PUBLICITY: Handles publicity for 200 departmental events each academic year using digital and print media. Establishes and maintains a presence with social media. Uses the departmental website to promote student recitals, academic lectures, and performance events. Designs, using in-house desktop publishing, brochures, posters, and ads for concerts, lecturers, and special events. Supervises projects through all stages of printing. Writes copy for press releases, brochures, posters and newspapers/magazine ads for events. PUBLIC RELATIONS : Plans, approves, and executes public relations strategies. Identifies target populations for audience growth. Establishes contacts with UCSB students, faculty, staff, and community groups and works with them to reach target groups. Uses social media to engage alumni and community. Plans community relations events with the Production & Events Manager. 40% Web Design and Online Presence Envisions, develops, designs, and maintains the department’s website imagery, marketing, and public/community relations aspects. Serves as departmental webmaster (Drupal) and maintains online presence through social media. Coordinates with campus communications teams and participates in campus-wide online marketing initiatives. 10% Financial Management Oversees publicity budget with the Business Officer and Financial Assistant; tracks costs and approves publicity expenses. Secures licenses for publicity materials. 10% Miscellaneous Duties Assists Chair with special projects and fundraising; participates in Events Review Committee; maintains electronic department events archive, brochures, calendars, press coverage, and photos; handles photographic needs and queries about archival materials. Vaccination Policy : As a condition of employment, comply with UC Vaccination Programs Policy. Information available at the UC policy page. Equal Employment Opportunity : The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Reasonable Accommodations : UC strives to make its website accessible. For accommodation requests, contact Human Resources. Privacy Notification Statement and notices related to security and accessibility are available; Application Status can be checked in the Candidate Gateway. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California - Santa Barbara

Job Tags

Similar Jobs