Account Executive

Company:
University of Oklahoma

Job Location:

Category:
Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs

Type:
Full-Time

Pay Range: Targeting salary $60,400 annually, based on experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Standard / Fixed Schedule

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

Communication is everything. The University of Oklahoma's Division of Marketing and Communications is a dynamic team committed to advancing OU's mission and strategic plan by creating authentic, compelling content that showcases our excellence and global impact. To uphold this commitment, we are looking for a customer-oriented account executive! This individual will work alongside our clients to ensure that their needs are being met in an efficient and strategic manner. This crucial position will use the utmost professionalism in customer service, problem solving, presentation, organization and planning skills to make an impact on our clients, which will ripple throughout the state, the nation, and around the world! If this excites you, please review the job description and Apply! We look forward to hearing from you!

Why OU:
At the University of Oklahoma, we pave the way for the future. The decisions we make today will also impact the lives of future generations. In addition to a job that gives fulfillment and your salary, you will also have access to a generous benefits package that includes: 14 holidays each year and 16 - 25 hours of earned PTO per month Insurance plans for you and your family Retirement options that require no contributions from the employee and much more! For a list of OU's benefits, click here.

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Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field.
• 4 years in marketing, public relations, communications or related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Department Preferences:

• Bachelor's degree in strategic communications or marketing or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge, skill, and understanding of position requirements.
• 3-5 years of customer service experience, including time spent in direct account/client management.
• Professional agency experience.
• Impeccable written and oral communication skills.
• Client service oriented.
• Excels in managing relationships.
• Highly organized and experience in robust project management software.
• Ability to strategically think in both communication and process.
• Team player with initiative and enthusiasm.
• Project management skills.
• Desire to gain professional development opportunities.
• Strong work ethic, adaptability and flexibility in handling various clients' needs.
• Analytical thinker with good problem-solving skills.
• Desire to learn new skills and create processes.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes