City Of Colorado Springsposted over 7 years ago
$74,526 - $102,473/Yr
Full-time
Colorado Springs, CO
Administration of Human Resource Programs
Title: Airport Marketing and Communications Manager
COMPANY: City of Colorado Springs
Location ZipCode: 80932
Job Description: Description / Position Overview
**The hiring salary for this position is between $6,210.50 and $7,763.17 per month.
The City*
Colorado Springs, with an estimated population of 457,715, occupies 195 square miles at the base of majestic Pikes Peak â America's Mountain and enjoys nearly 300 days of sunshine per year. Colorado Springs is the state's largest city in terms of area and second to Denver in population. The "Springs" is home to several military establishments, including the Air Force Academy, many colleges and universities, the United States Olympic Committee Headquarters, and over 40 different sports organizations. Colorado Springs is a thriving city with over 30 Fortune 500 companies and a leader in the aerospace and defense industries. It also has a diverse collection of non-profit organizations and businesses with a large number of tourist attractions. Colorado Springs ranked 5th in the US News and World Report 2016 Best Places to Live in the United States, 23rd Best Community for Well-Being by the Gallup-Healthways Well Being Index in 2015, and was a finalist for the All-American City Award in 2013. Our family-friendly city is known for its affordable housing.
The City of Colorado Springs, which is among the community's largest employers, is organized as a home rule Council-Mayor form of municipal government with a popularly elected Mayor and nine council members.
Learn about the City of Colorado Springs as an employer and what our beautiful city has to offer as a place to live and work by clicking on the following links:http://www.choosecoloradosprings.com/
https://coloradosprings.gov/sites/default/files/candidateinfopacket5.30.17.pdf_
This information may change annually.
Colorado Springs Airport
More than 2 million passengers pass through the Airport (Colorado Springs Airport) each year. The Airport serves as the first impression for thousands of visitors, giving them a breathtaking view of Pikes Peak and a taste of Colorado hospitality. In addition, the Airport is a major catalyst in the growth and development of the Colorado Springs region and plays a significant role in bringing new business, conventions, and tourism to the area.
Airport Marketing and Communications Manager
As the Airport Marketing and Communications Manager (an at-will position), you will manage multiple aspects of the Airport's marketing, public relations, media relations, and communications programs. You will write and produce news releases, advertisements, brochures, and other materials and serve as the Airport's 24/7 media contact. You will manage all marketing efforts to promote the Airport and assist with increasing its customer base and revenues. You will also oversee the Premier Membership Program, the Ambassador Program, and the art program and supervise the Customer Service Coordinator and Public Communications Specialist.
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Knowledge of:
- Supporting analysis as it relates to air service, customer service, business development, properties, and commercial enterprise initiatives
- Cooperative Marketing and/or In-kind Advertising Exchange
- Trends in advertising, marketing, and media to yield a strong return on investment
- Managing the budgets within a large organization or governmental department
- Reputation management and crisis communications
- Proper English usage, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and text editing
Ability to:
- Manage timely content development for all print collateral, including but not limited to newsletters, press releases, brochures, magazines, and official letters
- Develop strong relationships with local media
- Build beneficial relationships with community organizations, elected officials, business leaders, and the public
- Understand and negotiate advertising contracts
- Use social media and technology to communicate complex ideas to various audiences
- Effectively utilize the Web
- Think and plan strategically, develop solutions to problems, and manage change
- Work independently and cooperatively
- Maintain confidentiality
- Prioritize and manage a variety of tasks simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
- Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Develop effective marketing and promotion strategies and tactics
- Effectively organize work
Skilled in:
- Communicating logically, persuasively, and accurately in oral and written forms with the media, elected officials, business leaders, community organizations, and the public
- Media relations and public speaking
- PC-based computers, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and graphics software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign)
- Website Content Management (Drupal)
Successful candidate will have:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in marketing, public relations, communications, or other related field
- Five years of full-time professional experience in marketing, public relations, communications, or a related field
- Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license
Ideal candidates will also demonstrate:
- Airport, airline, or travel industry experience
- Experience which demonstrates marketing and promotion strategies and tactics
- Spokesperson and Public Information Officer experience
*Supervision Exercised: *This position will manage and monitor work performance by directing subordinate supervisors, including making final decision on hiring, disciplinary actions, evaluating programs, work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed.
*Fiscal Responsibility: *In this position, you will oversee budget preparation for a division or department. You will review and approve expenditures of significant budgeted funds for the department and/or do research and prepare recommendations for organization-wide budget expenditures.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Work Aids:Computer, printer, copier, telephone, and
standard office equipment.
Specialized Computer Equipment and Software: Microsoft Office.
Additional Information
The selected candidate must pass (or have already passed) a fingerprint-based criminal history records check as required by the Transportation Security Administration.
Physical Demands:This position requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment - Office environment
Extreme Temperature - Seasonally
Wetness and Humidity - Seasonally
Respiratory Hazards - Never
Noise and Vibrations - Never
Physical Hazards - Never
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Never
Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Never
This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
Please visit https://coloradosprings.gov and click on 'Apply for a City Career' > 'City Career Postings â Apply Now' button to complete an online application. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a NEOGOV/governmentjobs.com user ID and password).
Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources (HR) in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
Our NEOGOV application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position's closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.
To view the status of your application, go to http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cosprings/default.cfm.
To be notified of future career opportunities, go to http://coloradosprings.gov/jic
If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary: $6,210.50 - $8,539.45 Monthly
Location: Airport - City of Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: Management (At-will)
Department: Airport
Job Number: 12613
Closing: 9/28/2017 5:00 PM Mountain
Agency: City of Colorado Springs
Address: 30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 702 Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903.
Phone: 719-385-5456 719-385-5456
Website: http://www.coloradosprings.gov
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fedcontractor: 0
COMPANY: City of Colorado Springs
Location ZipCode: 80932
Job Description: Description / Position Overview
**The hiring salary for this position is between $6,210.50 and $7,763.17 per month.
The City*
Colorado Springs, with an estimated population of 457,715, occupies 195 square miles at the base of majestic Pikes Peak â America's Mountain and enjoys nearly 300 days of sunshine per year. Colorado Springs is the state's largest city in terms of area and second to Denver in population. The "Springs" is home to several military establishments, including the Air Force Academy, many colleges and universities, the United States Olympic Committee Headquarters, and over 40 different sports organizations. Colorado Springs is a thriving city with over 30 Fortune 500 companies and a leader in the aerospace and defense industries. It also has a diverse collection of non-profit organizations and businesses with a large number of tourist attractions. Colorado Springs ranked 5th in the US News and World Report 2016 Best Places to Live in the United States, 23rd Best Community for Well-Being by the Gallup-Healthways Well Being Index in 2015, and was a finalist for the All-American City Award in 2013. Our family-friendly city is known for its affordable housing.
The City of Colorado Springs, which is among the community's largest employers, is organized as a home rule Council-Mayor form of municipal government with a popularly elected Mayor and nine council members.
Learn about the City of Colorado Springs as an employer and what our beautiful city has to offer as a place to live and work by clicking on the following links:http://www.choosecoloradosprings.com/
https://coloradosprings.gov/sites/default/files/candidateinfopacket5.30.17.pdf_
This information may change annually.
Colorado Springs Airport
More than 2 million passengers pass through the Airport (Colorado Springs Airport) each year. The Airport serves as the first impression for thousands of visitors, giving them a breathtaking view of Pikes Peak and a taste of Colorado hospitality. In addition, the Airport is a major catalyst in the growth and development of the Colorado Springs region and plays a significant role in bringing new business, conventions, and tourism to the area.
Airport Marketing and Communications Manager
As the Airport Marketing and Communications Manager (an at-will position), you will manage multiple aspects of the Airport's marketing, public relations, media relations, and communications programs. You will write and produce news releases, advertisements, brochures, and other materials and serve as the Airport's 24/7 media contact. You will manage all marketing efforts to promote the Airport and assist with increasing its customer base and revenues. You will also oversee the Premier Membership Program, the Ambassador Program, and the art program and supervise the Customer Service Coordinator and Public Communications Specialist.
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Knowledge of:
- Supporting analysis as it relates to air service, customer service, business development, properties, and commercial enterprise initiatives
- Cooperative Marketing and/or In-kind Advertising Exchange
- Trends in advertising, marketing, and media to yield a strong return on investment
- Managing the budgets within a large organization or governmental department
- Reputation management and crisis communications
- Proper English usage, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and text editing
Ability to:
- Manage timely content development for all print collateral, including but not limited to newsletters, press releases, brochures, magazines, and official letters
- Develop strong relationships with local media
- Build beneficial relationships with community organizations, elected officials, business leaders, and the public
- Understand and negotiate advertising contracts
- Use social media and technology to communicate complex ideas to various audiences
- Effectively utilize the Web
- Think and plan strategically, develop solutions to problems, and manage change
- Work independently and cooperatively
- Maintain confidentiality
- Prioritize and manage a variety of tasks simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
- Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Develop effective marketing and promotion strategies and tactics
- Effectively organize work
Skilled in:
- Communicating logically, persuasively, and accurately in oral and written forms with the media, elected officials, business leaders, community organizations, and the public
- Media relations and public speaking
- PC-based computers, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and graphics software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign)
- Website Content Management (Drupal)
Successful candidate will have:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in marketing, public relations, communications, or other related field
- Five years of full-time professional experience in marketing, public relations, communications, or a related field
- Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license
Ideal candidates will also demonstrate:
- Airport, airline, or travel industry experience
- Experience which demonstrates marketing and promotion strategies and tactics
- Spokesperson and Public Information Officer experience
*Supervision Exercised: *This position will manage and monitor work performance by directing subordinate supervisors, including making final decision on hiring, disciplinary actions, evaluating programs, work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed.
*Fiscal Responsibility: *In this position, you will oversee budget preparation for a division or department. You will review and approve expenditures of significant budgeted funds for the department and/or do research and prepare recommendations for organization-wide budget expenditures.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Work Aids:Computer, printer, copier, telephone, and
standard office equipment.
Specialized Computer Equipment and Software: Microsoft Office.
Additional Information
The selected candidate must pass (or have already passed) a fingerprint-based criminal history records check as required by the Transportation Security Administration.
Physical Demands:This position requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment - Office environment
Extreme Temperature - Seasonally
Wetness and Humidity - Seasonally
Respiratory Hazards - Never
Noise and Vibrations - Never
Physical Hazards - Never
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Never
Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Never
This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
Please visit https://coloradosprings.gov and click on 'Apply for a City Career' > 'City Career Postings â Apply Now' button to complete an online application. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a NEOGOV/governmentjobs.com user ID and password).
Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources (HR) in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
Our NEOGOV application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position's closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.
To view the status of your application, go to http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cosprings/default.cfm.
To be notified of future career opportunities, go to http://coloradosprings.gov/jic
If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary: $6,210.50 - $8,539.45 Monthly
Location: Airport - City of Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: Management (At-will)
Department: Airport
Job Number: 12613
Closing: 9/28/2017 5:00 PM Mountain
Agency: City of Colorado Springs
Address: 30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 702 Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903.
Phone: 719-385-5456 719-385-5456
Website: http://www.coloradosprings.gov
Education level:
experience:
license:
training:
work Shift:
Shift Duration:
hours per week:
salary: -
NAICS:
company information:
company mail:
company direct:
company online:
company phone:
company fax:
company email:
fein: 846000573
fedcontractor: 0
