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Overview   As part of the Nebraska Lottery’s marketing team, the Marketing Specialist will be responsible for representing the Nebraska Lottery at sponsored events throughout the state of Nebraska, completing event contracts, and promoting the Lottery Brand.
As a Marketing Specialist, you will be expected to build a dynamic and memorable experience for players by generating strong customer engagement and using a proactive approach to promoting and selling Lottery products.
Responsibilities     -  Build the Lottery brand by selling the Lottery product at sponsored events, seasonal marketing campaigns, store openings, product demonstrations and other marketing events -  Coordinate with sales, marketing, and event organizers to ensure marketing objectives and needs are being addressed through events -  Transport Lottery trailer to events, maintaining both the vehicles and inventory to ensure a clean, inviting, and relevant display at every event -  Set up equipment including terminals, communication network and premiums at events -  Work throughout events and supervise NE Lottery Brand Ambassadors -  Have a solid understanding of all Lottery products -  Keep and maintain an accurate inventory of Lottery products and supplies -  Coordinate with the Lottery’s Media and Events Manager regarding staffing support and other needs of each event -  Train new NE Lottery Ambassadors -  Maintain a clean driving record and follow required vehicle maintenance and reporting requirements -  Participate in regular team meetings or conference calls with the Events Team to review recent event outcomes and prepare for upcoming events -  Other duties/projects as needed during the slower season -  Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing and making bank deposits HOURS AND COMPENSATION This position requires regular overnight traveling throughout Nebraska.
Hours will include nights and weekends.
This position is full-time and year-round, with summer months being the busiest time.
This position does qualify for quarterly incentive pay based on performance.
Travel expenses included.
IDENTIFICATION/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS The person in this position must possess valid US identification or prove appropriate immigration status and have a valid US drivers license.
The person in this position must pass criminal background checks.
Qualifications   -  Degree or equivalent experience in Marketing/Communications/Public Relations/Advertising/Business preferred -  1+ year of marketing experience in event management and/or hospitality services preferred -  Valid driver’s license, clean and safe driving record, trailer towing experience preferred but not required -  Must pass DOT physical and drug testing -  Must be cheerful, outgoing and able to speak comfortably to players -  Basic computer skills -  Lift up to 50 pounds without assistance     Keys to Success   • Building collaborative relationships • Decision making • Drive results • Foster innovation • Personal energy • Self-leadership #LI-JM1