Highlights
Working closely with the Assistant Athletic Director, Development and Athletic Department Marketing Team, the communications director will support the execution of Duck Athletic Fund and Athletic Ticket Office marketing and communications initiatives including emerging annual giving campaigns, digital marketing, and brand development. The principal responsibility of the communications director is to coordinate, create, develop, and implement marketing campaigns to attract, acquire and retain donors and ticket office customers through print, social media, email, and web-based marketing channels.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Eugene, OR |
Description
Working closely with the Assistant Athletic Director, Development and Athletic Department Marketing Team, the communications director will support the execution of Duck Athletic Fund and Athletic Ticket Office marketing and communications initiatives including emerging annual giving campaigns, digital marketing, and brand development. The principal responsibility of the communications director is to coordinate, create, develop, and implement marketing campaigns to attract, acquire and retain donors and ticket office customers through print, social media, email, and web-based marketing channels. This position will assist and manage the Duck Athletic Fund’s brand and communication strategy in alignment with the department’s overall brand strategy. The communications director will also support fundraising efforts, including direct mail, email, crowdfunding, day of giving, and annual giving stewardship. Additionally, the communications director will be responsible for the design and production of DAF and ticket office collateral materials including letters, emails, proposals, event invitations and stewardship pieces. This position will also oversee the Duck Athletic Fund/Athletic Ticket Office website, social media, and other creative digital opportunities. Special Requirements: • Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain UO Drivers Certification. • Must also be willing to work weekends and have occasional travel.
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Compensation Band: OS-OA07-Fiscal Year 2026-2027
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
November 4, 2026; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant work history, including dates of employment and educational background. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position.
Department Summary
The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department's primary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity for student-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is the steadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helping them to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in their chosen sport. The department has approximately 250 administrative & classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectators annually and represents the University of Oregon in athletic competition with other universities & colleges.
Position Summary
Working closely with the Assistant Athletic Director, Development and Athletic Department Marketing Team, the communications director will support the execution of Duck Athletic Fund and Athletic Ticket Office marketing and communications initiatives including emerging annual giving campaigns, digital marketing, and brand development. The principal responsibility of the communications director is to coordinate, create, develop, and implement marketing campaigns to attract, acquire and retain donors and ticket office customers through print, social media, email, and web-based marketing channels.
This position will assist and manage the Duck Athletic Fund’s brand and communication strategy in alignment with the department’s overall brand strategy. The communications director will also support fundraising efforts, including direct mail, email, crowdfunding, day of giving, and annual giving stewardship. Additionally, the communications director will be responsible for the design and production of DAF and ticket office collateral materials including letters, emails, proposals, event invitations and stewardship pieces. This position will also oversee the Duck Athletic Fund/Athletic Ticket Office website, social media, and other creative digital opportunities.
The successful candidate will develop strategic communications plans and produce creative and engaging content for the Duck Athletic Fund that is visually appealing, tells our unique stories, and is brand consistent. The ideal candidate for this position will be well-versed in digital marketing, customer engagement, and have a background in and/or appreciation for college athletics, fundraising, and the donor/customer experience.
Special Requirements:
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain UO Drivers Certification.
• Must also be willing to work weekends and have occasional travel.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or five years of digital marketing experience.
•Five years of successful digital marketing experience resulting in measurable philanthropic impact.
• Three years of direct experience managing email marketing, including content creation, segmentation of data, and email marketing strategy.
Professional Competencies
• Ability to strategize, prioritize and multi-task to meet goals and deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading, editing, and content creation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with professional peers, build effective relationships with high-value prospects and donors, and provide responsive customer service.
• Ability to work independently and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff, and others as appropriate.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Commitment to and experience promoting diversity and equity.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite applications to design graphics for digital efforts and other projects as needed.
• Ability to think strategically; plan and implement a comprehensive content calendar and Duck Athletic Fund communication efforts, including email, social media, and direct mail.
• Ability to apply social media best practices and use social media platforms and tools to create engaging content.
• Ability to attend meetings, game day functions, and other Duck Athletic Fund functions as a representative of the department; ability to attend athletic events in varying environments, including inclement weather.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, communications, advertising, or related field.
• Experience in segmentation and multi-channel solicitation development.
• Film and edit videos experience for digital distribution.
• Previous experience using email marketing platforms.
• Background in college athletics, especially within athletics development.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
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