Marketing Specialist II

Welcome to San Diego International Airport, where our core purpose is to create an exceptional experience for both our community and visitors from around the world. It extends beyond just flights; we embody the vibrant spirit of San Diego itself—sunny, welcoming, and full of life. We are committed to attracting, fostering, and empowering a team of talented individuals who can deliver our strategic goals:

• Advance Airport Development
• Transform the Customer Experience
• Optimize Ongoing Business
• Cultivate Our Culture

Here, you’ll find a workplace culture that thrives on diversity and is anchored in our collective mindsets: collaboration, empathy, inclusivity, thoughtful decision-making, active listening, and always believing the best in people. If you are ready to contribute to a team that values meaningful impact and enjoys the journey along the way, we invite you to apply today and help us connect our community to the world.

Why You'll Love Working at SAN:

• Location:  The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline.
• Hybrid Work Schedule: We offer a flexible hybrid schedule, with an opportunity for remote work based on operational requirements, while supporting both in-office collaboration and remote productivity. 
• Salary: The hiring salary for Marketing Specialist II is starting at $71,667. The full pay range for Marketing Specialist II is $61,254-$98,006.
• Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18 – 33 days of vacation (PTO), annual employer funded Lifestyle Spending Account which you can use to invest in your personal development and growth activities, parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and more!
• Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego's best walking trails.
• Application Deadline: January 20, 2025.

About the Job:

The Customer Experience department is seeking a Marketing Specialist II with a focus on graphic design to bring innovative ideas and expertise to the internal and external teams. This role plays a key part in shaping and maintaining the Authority’s brand identity through impactful visual storytelling, ensuring designs are consistent and compelling across all marketing channels.

Working collaboratively under the guidance of senior marketing staff, this position involves conceptualizing, executing, and refining design projects that enhance both the passenger and community experience. The role offers the chance to contribute to designs that extend beyond the airport, influencing how the brand is perceived across a broad audience. With involvement in high-profile branding initiatives and access to cutting-edge tools, this opportunity is ideal for a designer looking to leave a meaningful impact where creativity and purpose converge.

What You’ll Do:

• Brand Development: Assist in producing and executing marketing materials to create a consistent and impactful brand experience across all channels while maintaining SAN branding and logo accuracy.
• Design Execution: Collaborate with senior marketing staff and external partners to conceptualize and execute design projects, ensuring timely delivery from initial brief to final approval.
• Policy Implementation: Implement established marketing policies and standards, ensuring all projects align with organizational goals and branding guidelines.
• Feedback Integration: Present design work to internal stakeholders, address feedback, and refine projects to meet approval standards.
• Creative Collaboration: Participate in design discussions, provide input on visual direction, and support team members in achieving cohesive branding outcomes.
• Process Optimization: Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance marketing efficiency and effectiveness based on identified needs.

The Skills We Are Looking For:

1. Interpersonal Ability – Clearly communicates and clarifies ideas, engages stakeholders, and effectively exchanges business objectives verbally, digitally, and in writing. Facilitates and persuades effectively.
2. Relationship Management – Builds trust through consistency and reliability, listens to resolve issues, and coaches toward meaningful solutions. Values diverse ideas and perspectives.
3. Project Management – Assesses scope, budget, and timelines, determines necessary resources, and ensures timely task completion while resolving coordination challenges.
4. Creative/Innovative – Leverages imagination to create solutions, adapting or reimagining ideas to address challenges in unexpected ways.
5. Problem-Solving/Agility – Evaluates situations, generates solutions collaboratively, and adapts to evolving or unexpected circumstances effectively.
6. Attention to Detail – Demonstrates strong organizational skills, identifies priorities, and executes tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

The Experience You Need to Have**:

• Three years of progressively responsible marketing and advertising experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in accredited college or university in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements :

• Maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Authority’s vehicle insurance policy.
• Successful completion of a fingerprint-based background investigation, training, and testing required for employment and operation and operation of Authority and San Diego County physical security, surveillance, radio and telecommunications equipment.

Preferred Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

• Graduate degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Prior experience in commercial service airport or aviation industry is desirable.

Designation as one of the following:

• Adobe Certified Professional/Expert
• Canva Certified Creative
• Sketch certification
• HubSpot Content Marketing Certification
• Certified Internet Web Professional
• Certified Web Designer
• Google UX Design Professional Certification
• Apple Certified Pro
• Certified Graphic Designer
• American Marketing Association Professional Certified Marketer
• Certified Event Marketing Specialist
• Certified Marketing Management Professional
• Google Ads Certification
• Facebook Blueprint Certification
• Certified Digital Marketing Professional (DMI Pro)
• Content Marketing Institute (CMI) Certification
• Copyblogger Certified Content Marketer
• Google Campaign Manager Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Google Data Studio Certification
• Asana Project Management Certification

**Lacking some of the skills or experiences we've listed? No worries! Here at the San Diego International Airport, we're on a mission to cultivate a workforce as dynamic and diverse as the community we serve. While certain roles may require specific qualifications, we understand that talent comes in many forms. Some of our positions may not require specific degrees, and we're always open to individuals who bring a willingness to learn and a commitment to excellence. If you think this could be you, we encourage you to apply, and even if this position isn't the right role for you, we will add you to our database to consider for other opportunities in the future that align with your unique knowledge and skills. There's a chance we have the perfect spot for you to land!

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, SDCRAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Physical & Mental Demands

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. If you need any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter).

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