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Job Express: Week of October 21, 2024

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Marketing Manager
APPA – Leadership in Educational Facilities

ABOUT APPA

APPA – Leadership in Educational Facilities is the leading association dedicated to promoting excellence in the administration, care, planning, and operation of educational facilities. Serving professionals in educational institutions worldwide, APPA provides resources, networking opportunities, and educational programs to support facilities professionals in creating and maintaining optimal learning environments.

POSITION SUMMARY

APPA is seeking a skilled and strategic Marketing Manager to lead our marketing initiatives. This newly established role is pivotal in enhancing APPA’s brand presence, increasing member engagement, and promoting our wide range of programs, services, and events. The Marketing Manager will design and implement integrated marketing strategies that align with APPA’s mission and strategic objectives.

Remote/Flexible position, with occasional travel to APPA events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Marketing Development:

  • Create and execute comprehensive marketing plans to promote APPA’s educational programs, certifications, conferences, and membership benefits.
  • Identify and segment target audiences within the educational facilities sector to tailor messaging effectively.

Digital and Social Media Marketing Leadership:

  • Oversee the management and optimization of APPA’s website, ensuring content is up-to-date and user-friendly.
  • Drive the organization’s digital presence through email campaigns, social media management, and website optimization.
  • Lead email marketing efforts, including the development of newsletters, promotional campaigns, and automated workflows.
  • Develop and implement social media strategies to increase engagement and grow APPA’s online community.
  • Analyze performance data from digital campaigns and adjust strategies accordingly to maximize engagement.
  • Manage paid search and social media advertising to promote APPA’s programs and services.

Content Creation and Management:

  • Collaborate with internal teams to produce high-quality marketing materials, such as brochures, videos, case studies, and articles.
  • Manage APPA’s community, ensuring content is engaging, informative, and aligned with APPA’s thought leadership in the facilities management space.

Event Marketing:

  • Develop targeted marketing campaigns for APPA’s signature events, including conferences, summits, and webinars, to maximize attendance and participation.
  • Coordinate with the events team to ensure marketing efforts align with event goals and timelines.

Analytics and Reporting:

  • Monitor, analyze, and report on the performance of marketing campaigns using analytics tools.
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve future marketing efforts.

Membership Growth and Engagement:

  • Work closely with the membership team to develop strategies for member acquisition, retention, and engagement.
  • Implement initiatives to enhance member value and satisfaction.
  • Develop campaigns to showcase member benefits and strengthen the sense of community within APPA.

Brand Management:

  • Manage APPA’s brand guidelines and provide guidance to staff and volunteers about consistent implementation.
  • Help promote and protect APPA’s brand image by maintaining a high standard for all communications.

Budget and Vendor Management:

  • Manage the marketing budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
  • Oversee relationships with external vendors, agencies, and freelancers to support marketing activities.

Market Research and Trends:

  • Conduct ongoing research to understand trends within the facilities management industry and educational institutions.
  • Regularly report on critical metrics and marketing KPIs to measure campaign effectiveness and member engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in marketing.
  • Demonstrated success in developing and executing marketing strategies that drive engagement and growth.
  • Strong understanding of digital marketing strategies, including SEO, email, content, and social media.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms, including CRM systems, email marketing software, social media management, and analytics tools (e.g., HubSpot, Google Analytics).
  • Experience with email marketing platforms and content management systems (CMS).
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
  • Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
  • Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret analytics and market research.

Knowledge:

  • Familiarity with the educational facilities industry or higher education sector is preferred.

Personal Attributes:

  • Self-motivated with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Flexible work environment.

TO APPLY:

https://appa.breezy.hr/p/dc2fca3c5335-marketing-manager/apply

APPA is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note to Applicants: This is a unique opportunity to shape the marketing strategy of a leading organization in the educational facilities sector. If you are passionate about marketing and eager to contribute to the success of educational institutions worldwide, we encourage you to apply.

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Supervisor, Construction Contracts
University of MD

Keywords: Insulation, thermal, sound attenuation, pipe, HVAC, duct, Maintenance, Remediation, Supervisor, Supervision, Facility, Facilities, Construction, Contracts Teaser under Supervisor Construction Contracts

Supervisor, Construction Contracts – Supervisor, Maintenance Contracts, Position #101840

Facilities Management at the University of Maryland College Park seeks one experienced Supervisors of Construction Contracts with knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

Supervisor, Construction Contracts – Insulation & Remediation position, provides contract administration, contractor supervision, and coordination of activities for insulation repair and replacement services. Additionally, position inspects a variety of insulation systems (pipes, ducting, fire-suppression, sound-attenuation, thermal envelope, and space control), generates plans and specifications for maintenance and improvements regarding both form and function- including thermal efficiency. Incumbent will establish work priorities for both contractual and in-house labor. Incumbent will conduct broad system inspections, identifying points of compromise to determine priority and establish funding requests. Position provides technical guidance and, at times, hands-on support for architects, designers, project managers, engineers, and a variety of representatives from state/university agencies on matters relating to insulated systems. Position also acts as liaison to FM Safety and Emergency Response, spearheading all matters of safety related training for the unit, as well as attending any safety related meetings on behalf of the unit as assigned or otherwise deemed appropriate.

This position is responsible for responding to applicable emergencies, inspecting related systems/elements, establishing fiscal forecasts/priorities, authoring/managing contracts, designing projects, drafting/reviewing safety plans, administering to field work, and project/task closeouts; as deemed appropriate by their management team.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree OR High School/GED with an equivalent combination of education and experience.  Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and/or construction trades. Three (3) years of experience working in a lead or supervisory capacity.  Experience using CMMS programs as well as Microsoft Office and/or Google business tools for information management is a plus.  Applicants must possess a valid Maryland Class “C” driver’s license, or equivalent, with fewer than six points.

SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary based on qualifications and experience. Positions are Essential and subject to 24-hour/day, 7-day/week span of operation. Benefits include health, dental, vision and prescription insurance plans, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.

TO APPLY: Please visit the University’s employment web site at https://ejobs.umd.edu . Search for position numbers 101840. Best Consideration Date:  November 1, 2024.

The University of Maryland is an EOE/AA Employer Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities are Encouraged to Apply. 

 

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Energy & Sustainability Engineer
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

The Energy and Sustainability Engineer focuses on advancing the University’s efforts to become a sustainability leader by working with campus stakeholders to provide the knowledge, skills, and motivation needed to integrate sustainability values and practices into the institutional strategic planning processes, the management of its resources and operations, facilities planning and design. The Energy and Sustainability Engineer plays a key role in advising the University on how to create and implement strategies to reduce energy and carbon emissions in its operations and capital programs to meet goals established through institutional commitments. The incumbent leads project identification and implementation, subsidy/loan/rebate identification, public relations, employee and contractor education, and data development and analysis. The UMass Dartmouth energy and sustainability programs aligns with the UMass Board of Trustees Policy focusing on strategic planning, greenhouse gas reduction and clean energy, green building and operations, water conservation and efficiency, sustainable purchasing, solid waste and sustainable food waste systems.
 
Follows the University’s best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of all the student population.
 
UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits* such as:
• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• State Pension Retirement Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
• Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
• And More!
 
*For a detailed summary of benefits for this position, please navigate ESU Benefits
Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship not available. The review of applications will be ongoing.
 
The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth (UMassD) is located in the beautiful ocean side community of Dartmouth, about an hour south of Boston, a half-hour east of Providence, and a half-hour west of Cape Cod. It offers a world-class education to more than 7,500 undergraduate and graduate students each year in nearly 60 undergraduate and 50 graduate (MS & PhD) programs offered by the College of Engineering, College of Nursing, Charlton College of Business, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Visual and Performing Arts, School of Law and School for Marine Science and Technology. UMassD has transformed the lives of more than 50,000 alumni and distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research. UMassD is the only Massachusetts national research university south of Boston and serves as a catalyst for the development of marine science and technology industries along the south coast of Massachusetts.
 
The University of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class. UMass Dartmouth reserves the right to conduct background checks on potential employees. UMass Dartmouth reserves the right to conduct background checks on potential employees.

 

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Administrative Coordinator, NextGen Energy Program
University of Maryland

Facilities Management at the University of Maryland seeks an experienced Administrative Coordinator to act as the primary assistant to the NextGen Energy Program Governance Manager.  The NextGen Energy Program is a complex Public-Private Partnership (P3).  This role will be involved with the day-to-day observation of contract compliance and deliverables.  The Administrative Coordinator will support the development and execution of audits of various workstreams associated with the NextGen Program governance playbook (e.g., change management, billing, MBE/WBE compliance, etc.).

For a complete listing of the position description and minimum qualifications, and to apply for the position, visit: https://ejobs.umd.edu; for best consideration, apply by November 1, 2024 (Position # 129989).  UM offers a competitive benefits package.  The University of Maryland is an EOE/AA Employer Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are Encouraged to Apply. 

 

 

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Associate Director of Planning, Design & Construction
University of Montana

The University of Montana invites applications for an Associate Director for Planning Design and Construction for the Facilities Services Department. You will be solely responsible for all the Architectural design, Planning and Construction services on Campus, including Auxiliaries and Affiliated campuses within the University of Montana system. This is a leadership role in which you will maintain and advocate for the aesthetic quality of campus. You will supervise nine (9) full time positions.  To get details: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ummissoula?

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Governance Manager, NextGen Energy Program
University of Maryland

Facilities Management at the University of Maryland seeks an experienced Manager who will be responsible for the Governance and Management of the NextGen Energy Program, a complex Public-Private Partnership (P3) program.  This role will be involved with the day-to-day observation of contract compliance and deliverables.  The Governance Manager will develop and execute audits of various workstreams associated with the NextGen Program governance playbook (e.g., change management, billing, MBE/WBE compliance, etc.).

For a complete listing of the position description and minimum qualifications, and to apply for the position, visit: https://ejobs.umd.edu; for best consideration, apply by November 6, 2024 (Position # 129951).  UM offers a competitive benefits package.  The University of Maryland is an EOE/AA Employer Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are Encouraged to Apply. 

 

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