Sponsorship Specialist
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Maryland Connect
Salisbury, MD, US
Summary
The Sponsorship Specialist will drive business development and media sponsorships by networking and connecting mission-aligned businesses with public media audiences. This role involves managing account development and strategic outreach while reporting to the General Manager.
Job Description
Job Posting:
JR102161 Sponsorship Specialist (Open)
Department:
Delmarva Public Radio, JM
Position Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Open Date:
09-14-2026
Close Date:
$30.00 - $31.00
Job Description:
Job Summary
Relationship-driven marketing/business development professional to help us grow and sustain media sponsorships with a focus on Delaware. This role combines networking,account development, and strategic outreach to connect mission-aligned businesses with public media audiences.
Authority and Accountability
This person reports to the General Manager
Required/Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in sales, communications, marketing or related field and five years' experience in positions of increasing responsibility
- Outstanding communications and relationship skills
- Proficiency with a variety of software systems especially Canva, Adobe, Microsoft Office (esp. PowerPoint & Excel) and email marketing platforms (e.g., Constant Contact)
- Excellent design and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with public radio programming and the mission of public media in general
Additional Job Information:
The position is a part-time, non-exempt Contingent I role.
Priority will be given to applicants who apply by September 28, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.
Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
The University System of Maryland (USM) is the state’s public higher education system. The USM Office works closely with our 12 universities and 3 regional education centers to leverage their collective expertise and resources, share best practices, increase the USM’s effectiveness and efficiency, and advance its mission to improve quality of life in Maryland.
The System employs more than 40,000 faculty and staff across all USM institutions. About 100 employees work in the USM Office, which is headquartered in Baltimore and has locations in Adelphi, Annapolis, and Columbia, MD. To view current employment opportunities at the USM Office, visit: www.usmd.edu/usm/employment/usmojobs
USM Office employees are focused on advancing the USM's 5 strategic priorities with leadership by the USM Chancellor and Board of Regents.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The USM is one of the most diverse public university systems in the nation and aspires to reflect the full diversity of our state among our students, faculty and staff.
Academic Excellence and Innovation
Providing affordable higher education and increasing student retention and completion rates are among the USM’s top priorities.
Access, Affordability, and Achievement
Serving more than 175,000 students, the USM strives to make higher education accessible to all, including recent high school graduates, transfer students, working adults, and underserved populations. Average in-state tuition and fees for Maryland’s public, four-year institutions remain below the national average.
Workforce and Economic Development
USM institutions address workforce shortage areas, awarding about 14,000 STEM degrees, 3,800 health care degrees, and 2,300 teaching degrees in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Research
USM faculty and staff continue to fuel research and discovery, with about $1.8 billion in research and sponsored programs expenditures in FY 2024.
Founded
1988
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Higher Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland
The University System of Maryland (USM) is the state’s public higher education system. The USM Office works closely with our 12 universities and 3 regional education centers to leverage their collective expertise and resources, share best practices, increase the USM’s effectiveness and efficiency, and advance its mission to improve quality of life in Maryland.
The System employs more than 40,000 faculty and staff across all USM institutions. About 100 employees work in the USM Office, which is headquartered in Baltimore and has locations in Adelphi, Annapolis, and Columbia, MD. To view current employment opportunities at the USM Office, visit: www.usmd.edu/usm/employment/usmojobs
USM Office employees are focused on advancing the USM's 5 strategic priorities with leadership by the USM Chancellor and Board of Regents.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The USM is one of the most diverse public university systems in the nation and aspires to reflect the full diversity of our state among our students, faculty and staff.
Academic Excellence and Innovation
Providing affordable higher education and increasing student retention and completion rates are among the USM’s top priorities.
Access, Affordability, and Achievement
Serving more than 175,000 students, the USM strives to make higher education accessible to all, including recent high school graduates, transfer students, working adults, and underserved populations. Average in-state tuition and fees for Maryland’s public, four-year institutions remain below the national average.
Workforce and Economic Development
USM institutions address workforce shortage areas, awarding about 14,000 STEM degrees, 3,800 health care degrees, and 2,300 teaching degrees in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Research
USM faculty and staff continue to fuel research and discovery, with about $1.8 billion in research and sponsored programs expenditures in FY 2024.
Founded
1988
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Higher Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland