Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S3956P |
| Home Org Name |
Trademark Licensing |
| Division Name |
SVP, Bus/Admin & Chief Financial Officer |
| Position Title |
Trademark Licensing Coordinator |
| Job Class Code |
EH02 |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Trademark Licensing Coordinator! This individual engages the internal campus community and external partners by providing direction and assistance related to promotional products and brand usage and by providing support for the Office of Trademark & Licensing (
OTM&L).
Why Should
YOU Choose Auburn University?
Auburn University was named a "Best in Alabama" employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.
Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.
Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.
It's a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home! |
| Essential Functions |
- Serves as the primary contact for review and approval of internal request forms through the OTM&L portal from administrative units and student groups purchasing branded items from approved internal campus suppliers.
- Coordinates the internal brand artwork approval process through the licensing agent's system and responds daily to pending artwork.
- Promotes awareness and compliance with university brand and licensing standards regarding use of university marks and is responsible for developing relationships with internal staff to respond to their needs while complying with university policies.
- Assists internal departments, student organizations, club sports, advancement, and alumni clubs in finding licensees to work with university-branded product orders.
- Presents licensing information at training programs to club sports, student organizations, alumni club meetings, vendor fairs, and other groups as required.
- Collaborates with campus departments to coordinate and create unique merchandising opportunities that generate revenue.
- Reviews and responds to requests through the Community Connect Crafter Program.
- Serves as the primary contact for general licensing inquiries for the OTM&L via phone calls and emails and assists OTM&L staff in managing the meeting schedule and workflow.
- Generates and disseminates one-time agreements, memorial requests, cake requests, etc.
- Assists department with strategic and administrative support on a wide variety of licensing office projects as assigned.
- Assists department with Name Image and Likeness (NIL) projects as needed.
- Assists OTM&L with registration and renewal of the university's trademark portfolio with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and assists campus departments with registrations.
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Experience:
2 years of experience in Trademark Licensing, Marketing, Communications, Product Development, Sales, or Product Sponsorship |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Knowledge of marketing, brand management, or trademark/licensing operations
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to develop strong, collaborative relationships with co-workers and clients
- Ability to work both within a team-oriented environment and independently
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Communication, Fashion Merchandising, or Hospitality desired.
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Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$45,000-$72,000 |
| Job Category |
Legal |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
09/20/2024 |
| Closing Date |
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| EEO Statement |
AUBURN
UNIVERSITY IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION/
EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/
EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/48832 |
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Auburn
$45,000-$72,000
parental leave, tuition assistance, retirement plan
Nov 14, 2024