State of Maine Hiring for Marketing Specialist Job at Augusta, ME Full Time

MARKETING SPECIALIST

BUREAU OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND LOTTERY OPERATIONS

DEPARTMENT OF ADMINSTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

(Anticipated Vacancy)

Code: 0965 Pay Grade: 22 – $20.77 – $27.87/Hour

Open for Recruitment: July 20, 2022

CLOSES: August 02, 2022

DESCRIPTION: This is administrative services work in the promotion of a specific group of products through market expansion and the improvement of marketing processes. Responsibilities include analyzing market data, developing a marketing program, and making frequent contacts to promote products. Work is performed under limited supervision.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• Confers with people in the specific industry and associated organizations in order to obtain data and information.
• Analyzes data for development of marketing and merchandising programs in order to assist in developing new marketing and quality programs.
• Plans, arranges, conducts, and oversees presentations and demonstrations for industry representatives and consumers in order to promote programs and products.
• Monitors sales and products in assigned areas in order to prepare market analysis reports.
• Obtains and analyzes market condition data relative to department sponsored market development programs, projects, and policies in order to recommend modifications and improvements.
• Writes and submits project reports on a regular basis in order to provide project status.
• Develop and monitor game release schedules for all products.
• Assist with development and implementation of promotions.
• Assist in testing the gaming system to ensure any changes to the games are done in accordance with approved game specifications.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of marketing and promotional methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of marketing research and statistical methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of product development and route to market.
• Ability to use a variety of software programs including all Microsoft Suite of programs.
• Ability to create Power Point presentations.
• Ability to analyze sales and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to develop effective marketing programs.
• Ability to gather and analyze market data, determine market trends, and prepare market analysis reports that include a variety of charts and graphs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A six (6) year combination of education, experience, and/or training in business administration, marketing, sales, public relations, or directly related field.

BENEFITS:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—”Dirigo” or “I lead”—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce’s health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,996.70-$12,937.34 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($379.60 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.16% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.