The Department of Business Services at the University of Virginia (UVA) seeks applications for Manager, Cavalier Custom Designs, located in the UVA Bookstore.
The University is embarking on a new initiative within Business Services which will develop, design, and produce custom products for the University community and is seeking a Manager experienced in graphic design and digital production oversight to spearhead this initiative.
The UVA Bookstore is a self-supporting, non-profit operation that receives no local or state funding and is owned and operated by the University. They are dedicated to supporting both academic programs and student life. The main Bookstore location features textbooks for all UVA classes, over 30,000 different trade books, supplies and the best UVA clothing and gifts. In addition, customers can order diploma frames, fine framed prints, and chairs. The UVA Bookstore is located across from Newcomb Hall on the fourth floor of the Central Grounds Parking Garage and is within easy walking distance of the Rotunda, Scott Stadium, and the UVA Medical Center. In addition to the main Bookstore, there are two satellite stores, TJ’s Locker located inside the Aquatic & Fitness Center directly across from Scott Stadium and Courts & Commerce located inside the UVA Law School.
This position will be responsible for managing the design, production and marketing of custom embroidery, t-shirt customization, gift personalization, subscription boxes, etc. Additionally, this position will provide oversight to one of the University’s digital production satellite facilities located in the UVA Bookstore.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for managing the design, production and marketing of custom embroidery, t-shirt customization, gift personalization, subscription boxes, etc.
Provide oversight to one of the University’s digital production satellite facilities located in the Bookstore.
Perform management duties such as opening and closing buildings, seeking suggestions about products and services, ensuring purchasing and inventory functions are performed in accordance with department procedures.
Market merchandise to the University community, with a focus on developing opportunities with University departments, student organizations, and sports groups.
Solicit business from University departments by arranging and conducting sales calls and by cultivating relationships with departmental representatives.
Development marketing plans in coordination with marketing and other store managers.
Promote ‘Buy UVa’ by demonstrating the advantages to the University as the result of making purchases from on-Grounds businesses.
As a member of the Bookstore leadership team, develop and execute business plans to develop and grow retail business.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
At least five years of retail experience, at least two years of which are in retail management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum of 8 years of experience in Graphic Design and/or Digital Print Production
Minimum of three years of management experience
For additional information about the position, please contact Minnette Stroud at [email protected].
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $60,000.00 to $65,000, commensurate with education and experience. This is an exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.
Review of applications begins October 2, 2023, open until filled. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
To Apply:
Please apply through Workday, and search for R0052742. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching ‘Find Jobs.’ Complete an application online with the following documents:
• CV
• Cover letter
Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.
References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.
For questions about the application process, please contact Melanie Sponaugle, Academic Recruiter, at [email protected].
For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person’s perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
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