Digital Marketing and Community Engagement Specialist Position

Digital Marketing and Community Engagement Specialist

Job Description: Fleet Feet Sports, Syracuse is seeking a marketing professional to join its marketing department for a full time position. This candidate will focus on all aspects of digital marketing including digital advertising, social media, website updates and email marketing, as well as being involved in traditional marketing with an emphasis on event planning and community relations. This position will report to the marketing manager.

Locally owned and operated, Fleet Feet Sports, Syracuse is a specialty retail store that focuses on providing all types of people with outstanding service in the fitting of running, walking and cross training shoes, as well as accessories and apparel for the active lifestyle. Named the No. 1 running store in America in 2012, Fleet Feet Sports, Syracuse is operated on a set of core values created by the employees. Those values are: empowerment, community, commitment, integrity, responsibility, respect and fun.

Fleet Feet Sports offers a flexible work schedule, full benefits including health care and 401k, as well as perks such as complimentary running gear, staff outings and future career growth.

Qualifications: A successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Experience in digital marketing and the evolving trends of the industry
Passion and creativity for social media and email marketing
Understanding of the benefits and techniques of digital advertising
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in event planning
Ability to multi-task
Detail-oriented with strong organization skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related field is required
2-3 years of previous traditional and digital marketing experience is preferred

Responsibilities:This position will have responsibilities within digital marketing, social media planning and execution, email marketing including content creation and distribution, event planning and community engagement. All members of the marketing department are a part of a team with an overall goal of increasing sales through customer acquisition and customer retention. The marketing team handles the marketing for both Fleet Feet Sports locations – East Syracuse and Clay.

The marketing department works some non-traditional hours, such as evenings and weekends, depending on events that take place. Fleet Feet Sports seeks a candidate with a strong work ethic who is willing to go the extra mile to create a great experience for our customers. The marketing team is a fun group environment that allows for creativity and growth.

In addition to the marketing responsibilities, all Fleet Feet Sports employees work the sales floor, helping our customers. This position will have 15 hours per week dedicated to the sales floor to start, with all necessary training done prior to starting in the marketing department.

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter and digital marketing work samples to Rachel Vaughn at rvaughn@fleetfeetsyracuse.com.