Marketing Administrative Assistant

Position Overview

The Marketing Administrative Assistant supports the day-to-day operations of the Marketing Department. Working closely with the Marketing Manager, this position helps coordinate budgets, vendor relationships, manufacturer advertising programs, and department projects across all Durango Motor Company brands. You’ll play an important role in keeping the Marketing Department organized, supporting strategic initiatives, and helping our dealerships succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Cook up administrative and operational activities that keep the Marketing Department organized and running efficiently.
• Manage department invoices, budget tracking, manufacturer advertising documentation, and month-end accounting support.
• Manage sponsorship and community contribution requests, coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely communication and processing.
• Cook up vendors, radio advertising, contracts, promotional materials, and department resources.
• Aid the Marketing Manager and team with department projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Strong written, verbal, and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Open to learning new technology, including AI tools, to improve productivity and support daily work.
• An associate's or bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Accounting, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience in marketing, accounting, administration, or the automotive industry.
• A willingness to learn, adapt, and support the team wherever needed.

What We Offer

• Training & Growth - Paid hands-on training, career development, and clear advancement opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible PTO, sick leave, holiday pay, volunteer time off.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program, Anytime Fitness discount.
• Financial Perks - 401(k) with company match, Christmas Club savings/matching, annual boot allowance reimbursement, company uniforms, employee referral program.
• Discounts & Extras - Employee discounts on products/services, supportive team culture built on collaboration & learning.

Compensation & Schedule

• $17-$20 hourly
• Full-time, in-person position. Occasional weekend availability is required to support dealership events and marketing initiatives.

About the Role

We take pride in quality, teamwork, and growth. Our mission is to be so effective that we are able to help others. We believe in putting our guests' needs first, supporting one another, and continuously improving.

Schedule

• Full-time, in-person position. Occasional weekend availability is required to support dealership events and marketing initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program, Anytime Fitness discount.
• 401(k) with company match, Christmas Club savings/matching, annual boot allowance reimbursement, company uniforms, employee referral program.
• Employee discounts on products/services, supportive team culture built on collaboration & learning.

Pay

• $17-$20 hourly

Company Information

• Durango Motor Company is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.