The Trademark Assistant (Program Assistant II) works with internal and external parties to organize the various components needed to initiate, run, and complete projects for the University Marketing & Communications, Trademark Licensing Office. Projects will primarily focus on trademark licensing programs, infringement, social media, artwork review, training on brand standards, and trademark renewals for the university.

• Manage trademark licensing social media accounts.
  • Create content, respond to direct messages, manage weekly giveaways, post promotions, etc.
• Assist with the management of trademark infringement reporting.
  • Review websites, social media, Etsy, Red Bubble, etc., and report infringing products.
  • Review of Utah-registered LLCs to ensure trademark infringement is addressed.
• Assist the Director of Trademark Licensing in ensuring compliance with university standards, policies, and state and federal laws to protect the integrity of the university's visual brand and trademarks.
• Communicate with internal and external audiences regarding university brand standards.
• Assists with the implementation of policies and procedures for the treatment of trademarks and logo management.
• Assists with the execution of various marketing strategies to advance the university’s brand presence and licensing program.
  • Assists with marketing campaigns such as True Blue Aggie Friday, Aggie Made, and other programs as assigned.
• Assist the Director with internal enforcement of the university’s trademark rights,
• Provide training to educate the university community on the importance of the university’s visual brand standards.
  • Assist with strategies for the cultivation of relations with internal departments and divisions.
• Assist with the management of internal consumption business and artwork review.
• Assist the Director of Trademark Licensing with administrative support and various other duties as assigned.
• Assists with the planning and preparation of special events, as required.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience or an associate degree/technical training

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management programs. Ability to quickly solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills in all formats: verbal, presentation, email, and written documents.
• Ability to exercise considerable individual judgment and initiative in coordinating projects within the division.
• Ability to conduct presentations on trademark licensing opportunities.
• Ability to gather and analyze data to measure the viability of potential and existing trademark licensing programs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining command of details, timelines, and next steps, and work cooperatively with others.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

University Marketing and Communications provides information about Utah State University; coordinates the university's public and media relations efforts; and produces the university's main web pages, social media channels, and central publications. Our office values and supports the university's colleges, divisions, and administrative offices. We are committed to working closely with all university entities in their marketing and communication needs.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

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U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

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The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

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