Outdoor Program-Marketing Specialist

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology is hiring an Outdoor Program-Marketing Specialist. This role involves assisting the Marketing Coordinator in promoting outdoor programs through social media and events. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, experience in social media, and flexibility with hours.

Applicants must be enrolled full-time and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. The position offers hourly pay of $13.25. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online.

Qualifications

• Solid interpersonal communication, teamwork and customer service skills.
• Experience managing and creating content for social media (primarily Instagram).
• Flexible working hours including nights and weekends.
• Must be enrolled full-time and maintain at least a 2.0 GPA.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Marketing Coordinator in promoting Outdoor Program events.
• Organize and facilitate tabling events.
• Conduct promotional presentations.
• Track and evaluate marketing activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Social media management

Organizational skills

Education

Full-time enrollment and 2.0 GPA

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photography tools

Job description

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title: Outdoor Program-Marketing Specialist

Requisition Number: H00035P

Position Category: Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location: Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week

Months per year

Alternate work schedule

Pay Grade

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate: $13.25

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist is responsible for assisting the Campus Recreation Marketing Coordinator with promoting the WSU Outdoor Program’s programs, services, and events. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with department social media venues (with authorization of supervisor), following best practices for social media/photography/videography, organizing and facilitating tabling events, distributing and maintaining inventory of promotional materials, conducting promotional presentations, assisting with assessment efforts including tracking/evaluating activities, participating in required training/meetings, and assisting with other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Marketing Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Marketing Coordinator with promoting the Outdoor Program’s programs, services, and events.
• Assist with department social media venues (with authorization of supervisor) and follow best practices for social media, photography, and videography.
• Organize and facilitate tabling events and distribute and maintain inventory of promotional materials.
• Conduct promotional presentations and assist with assessment efforts including tracking and evaluating activities.
• Participate in required training and meetings and assist with other duties as assigned.
• Report to the Marketing Coordinator (and related supervision as applicable).

Required Qualifications

• Solid interpersonal communication, teamwork and customer service skills. Attention to detail. Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience managing and creating content for social media (primarily Instagram).
• Must be flexible; mornings, days, nights, weekends, breaks.
• This position is 50/50 eligible; student must be enrolled full-time and have at least a 2.0 GPA to qualify.
• Read, understand, and abide by all employee policies and procedures as stated in the Outdoor Program employee policy and procedures manual.
• Perform other duties as specified by the Outdoor Program Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator and/or Rental Manager, and Marketing Coordinator.

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion and enthusiasm for Outdoor Recreation, and a willingness to go on Outdoor Program trips.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Rush, Lightroom) and graphic design principles.
• Experience with photography and photo/video editing.
• Ability to work under pressure and produce work before deadlines.
• Experience with special events, tabling and public speaking.
• Basic understanding of WSU Campus Recreation.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a positive, collaborative manner with Campus Rec participants, coworkers and professional staff.
• The applicant must be outgoing and willing to help plan activities and events.
• Prefer applicants with awarded work-study status (please be prepared to provide documentation of work-study status).

Background Check and Additional Information

Background Check: Yes

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date: 05/08/2026

Review Date: 05/10/2026

Job Close Date: 05/08/2027

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting: https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/3599

Notes to Applicant

To apply, complete the online application.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

• This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.