MTD is looking for an Advertising Specialist. The Advertising Specialist is responsible for the sale and management of MTD’s public facing advertising spaces, as well as partnerships for sponsorship/trade. The Advertising Specialist prospects clients, negotiates and drafts advertising contracts, manages inventory, and coordinates the production, installation, and removal of advertising campaigns. 

This is a salaried staff position with an excellent benefit package, including 100% employer-sponsored family health/dental/vision insurance premiums, an IMRF pension, a deferred compensation match plan, and a generous paid time off policy. 

Education Requirements

  • An associate degree or equivalent work experience of two years in business, marketing, communications, sales, public relations, graphic design, business, community engagement, or a related field is required. 
  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience of four years is preferred. 

Experience Requirements

Proficient computer and software skills, including Microsoft Office is required, and experience with content management systems like those used to update web content and send email newsletters, is preferred.  

Responsibilities

  • Market, sell, and coordinate MTD’s advertising spaces and programs including bus, van, passenger information kiosks, Illinois Terminal, and Maps & Schedules Book 
  • Provide quality customer service to current and prospective clients, as well as proactively build relationships with community organizations, local associations, educational institutions, and businesses to promote advertising programs and overall District goodwill  
  • Maintain knowledge of local organizations and a desire to engage in initiatives to build a stronger community 
  • Understand and make recommendations for advertising rates, bundled packages, and/or leveraging partnership opportunities 
  • Review all advertisements before posting to ensure compliance with MTD’s Advertising Policy, Media Kit, and Wrap Policy 
  • Upload and maintain passenger information kiosk advertisements at high-density MTD stops  
  • Maintain databases to track advertising inventory, advertising clients, dates of contracted advertisements, schedule installation and removal, provide clients with proof of posting, and other needs that result from the advertising process 
  • Prepare and distribute monthly sales reports 
  • Coordinate with the Maintenance Department for installation and removal of fleet advertisements 
  • Coordinate contract billing with the Finance Department 
  • Issue advertising customer satisfaction surveys and provide summary information for continual improvement 
  • Coordinate with the Marketing Department to identify opportunities to leverage current clients, upcoming events, and awareness campaigns on MTD’s social media and community engagement 
  • Schedule and coordinate external advertising campaigns with the Marketing Department (e.g. news sites, television, radio) when necessary

The list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.  

Work Hours

Normal working hours are 8AM - 5PM, Monday - Friday

Work shifts vary from day to night, as needed. MTD operates seven days a week, including weekends and holidays, and this position may require some work outside of traditional business hours.

Other Information

Work Environment

The work environment involves exposure to conditions generally found in an office setting in a shared workspace. The noise level is quiet to moderate. There are frequent interruptions to this position’s workflow and there is an expectation to hold and attend meetings on a regular basis. This position is predominantly located in one office building, but the position will sometimes require an employee to visit other locations to meet with employees or attend training and meetings, including Illinois Terminal, Administrative Office Building, Maintenance Garage, or other off-site locations. Occasionally, the employee may need to work outdoors in inclement weather.  

Physical Demands

The exertion level required for this position is generally considered light work. Physical requirements include stooping, bending, standing, squatting/crouching, pushing/pulling, and reaching above shoulders. While performing the duties of this job, employees are often required to sit, with regular periods of walking and standing; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; use vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally or a up to 10 lbs. of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.  

Additional Information

  • All MTD employees are trained on the Management System Policy and the impacts associated with this position.  
  • Applicant must pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug and alcohol testing. The employee is required to comply with MTD’s Drug & Alcohol Policy. 
  • This job description is subject to change as needs of the District, and the tools we use, evolve over time.  
  • All new employees must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or be granted an exemption prior to their start date. Employees who are not fully vaccinated must submit to testing twice per week until the full vaccination series is completed, and two weeks have passed since the final dose. Testing and reporting will be the employee’s responsibility.  

Starting Salary: $53,500 - $62,500/based on experience 

Closing Date: April 6, 2025 at 5:00PM (CST)

To Apply: Select "Apply Now" below to fill out the application, and attach a cover letter and resume. 

 

 

As with all MTD positions, candidates for this position must pass a drug test. The MTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply for position at Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District, 1101 East University Avenue in Urbana. For more information, contact Sasha at 217.384.8188.