Responsibilities

• Lead community engagement.
• Identify and direct local community outreach opportunities
• Serve as the scheduling manager to ensure that SCHEELS associates are present at relevant community events
• Serve as a representative for SCHEELS at community events by upholding the highest standards in conduct and appearance
• Identify and lead local partnership opportunities in the community and on social media
• Manage local donations and sponsorships to elevate the SCHEELS brand
• Direct local marketing initiatives
• Lead community partnership and social teams within the store
• Social media strategy including Facebook and Instagram for the store’s local pages
• Identify local media opportunities via print, TV and radio to elevate experts and experiences

Requirements

• Experience in marketing; and ability to think strategically and creatively
• Ability to work independently and build strong rapport with a team. Contribute to a positive team atmosphere and treat others with respect and consideration while following Scheels’ policies and procedures
• Exercise sound judgment and tact as it relates to interaction with consumers, SCHEELS associates and the community
• Strong oral / written communication and presentation skills to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with external audiences
• Ability to manage events and promotions; Ability to manage several projects at one time with great attention to details
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Ability to work assigned schedule which may include varied hours, evening, weekends, and holidays; Some travel, including overnight stays
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Genuinely and consistently treat co-workers, customers and business partners like they are the most important person including eye contact, a smile and a genuine “Thank you”
• Approach daily tasks, projects and follow-up communication with energy and sense of urgency

Preferred

• Leadership and/or management experience is preferred

Benefits

• To see a full list of benefit offerings from Scheels visit scheels.com/careers