**Unit Description** **You have the skills to drive profitability through marketing and the implementation of services.** **Sodexo's Campus Segment** is seeking an experienced **Field Marketing Specialist** **1** for **UMaine** located in **Orono Maine** **.** We are seeking a creative and organized Promotions and Event Manager to join our dynamic team. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing a variety of marketing events to enhance the university’s brand and engage with our community. The ideal candidate will have a passion for event management and a strong background in marketing. **Key Responsibilities:** + **Event Planning and Coordination:** Lead the planning and execution of university events, including conferences, open houses, alumni gatherings, and promotional events. + **Vendor and Partner Management:** Collaborate with vendors, sponsors, and university departments to ensure successful event execution. + **Marketing Campaigns:** Develop and implement marketing campaigns to promote events, utilizing various channels such as social media, email, and print. + **On-Site Event Management:** Oversee all on-site event activities, ensuring smooth operations and addressing any issues that arise. + **Budget Management:** Manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality standards. + **Post-Event Analysis:** Conduct post-event evaluations to measure success and gather insights for future improvements. **Qualifications:** + **Experience:** Proven experience in event planning and marketing, preferably within an educational or non-profit setting. + **Skills:** Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills. Ability to multitask and work under pressure. + **Creativity:** Innovative thinker with the ability to develop engaging event concepts and marketing strategies. + **Team Collaboration:** Strong ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including faculty, staff, and external partners. **Not the job for you?** At Sodexo, we offer Marketing positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Marketing jobs (http://bit.ly/SdxMarketingjobs) . **Working for Sodexo:** How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. **What We Offer** Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: + Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs + 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions + Paid Time Off and Company Holidays + Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. **Qualifications & Requirements** Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. **Location** _US-ME-ORONO_ **System ID** _977401_ **Category** _Marketing_ **Employment Status** _Full-Time_ **Posted Range** _$40300 to $60830_ **Company : Segment Desc** _UNIVERSITIES_ _On-Site_