<p><strong>Our Lamar office is now hiring for a Transit & Airport Data Sales Support Associate in Portland, Oregon and the surrounding areas to help us bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life.</strong> This position plays a crucial role in spearheading data-driven decision making within Lamar Transit and Airport divisions.</p> <p>We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation & benefits package for all full-time employees. Some of our benefit offerings include, but are not limited to, multiple medical plan options, dental and vision insurance, PTO, 401K plan, and incentivized wellness programs.</p> <p><span style="background-color: #ffff99;">The ideal candidate will reside in Portland, Oregon. This is a fully remote position. </span></p> <p><strong>Why Lamar?</strong></p> <p>Lamar is a certified <strong>Great Place to Work</strong>, with <strong>86%</strong> of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named as a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking.</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Learn more about us on our official <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheLamarChannel" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>YouTube channel</strong></a><strong>.</strong></li> <li aria-level="1">Check reviews and company updates on our <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Lamar-Advertising-EI_IE5998.11,28.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Glassdoor page</strong></a><strong>.</strong></li> <li aria-level="1">Learn more about our <a href="https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1000144" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Great Place to Work certification.</strong></a></li> </ul> <p><strong>What you can expect from us:</strong></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">A <strong>Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm</strong> work schedule </li> <li aria-level="1">An hourly range of <strong>$20- $25/ hour</strong> <em><strong>dependent</strong> </em>on <em><strong>relevant experience and qualifications</strong></em></li> <li aria-level="1">120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure</li> <li aria-level="1">12 paid company holidays, including President's day and Juneteenth</li> <li aria-level="1">A comprehensive 4-week training program </li> <li aria-level="1">Career advancement opportunities</li> <li aria-level="1">Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential</li> <li aria-level="1">Multiple medical plan options and health savings account</li> <li aria-level="1">Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage </li> <li aria-level="1">Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave</li> <li aria-level="1">Employee Stock purchase plan</li> <li aria-level="1">401k plan with company match</li> <li aria-level="1">Up to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program</li> </ul> <p>A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback</p> <p><strong>A day in the life: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Execute daily sales support locally and nationally for Transit and Airport sales teams. This includes, but is not limited to: providing high-quality support, ensuring that compelling data, research, mapping, and ratings are delivered through Highspot, and optimizing the customer touchpoint program. </li> <li>Support the execution of sales support strategies, including lead generation, audience research, and data analysis.</li> <li>Assist in the creation, formatting, and distribution of Lamar Intelligence marketing materials, data outputs, and data-driven insights for RFP responses to ensure quality and consistency.</li> <li>Maintain and update data within Lamar Intelligence platforms and supporting systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.</li> <li>Monitor and coordinate the maintenance of the Transit National Sales Proposal Generator.</li> <li>This focus includes, but is not limited to: products, availability status, rates, negotiation parameters, impressions, and production details.</li> <li>Collaborate with sales teams and internal stakeholders to fulfill data requests and support client needs.</li> <li>Support training initiatives by coordinating materials, assisting with sessions, and reinforcing platform usage best practices.</li> <li>Support day-to-day operational tasks, assist with monthly leadership reporting, and complete additional projects as requested by the Strategist and AVP to improve efficiency and drive revenue, ensuring all deadlines are upheld.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Education and Experience Requirements </strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Required </strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree required in an applicable field: Marketing, Advertising, Mass Communication or Business.</li> <li>1-2 years of related work experience, preferably in the outdoor advertising industry.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Preferred:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><strong></strong>Above-mentioned experience in the outdoor advertising industry</li> <li>Experience working with data platforms, CRM systems, or sales tools</li> <li>Experience in media and familiarity with Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs)</li> </ul> <p><span style="background-color: #ffff99;">Please note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test! Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position. </span></p> <p><strong>What we're looking for in YOU:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information, support training efforts, and work effectively as a team player across departments.</li> <li>Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects and resources in a deadline-driven environment.</li> <li>Ability to work independently, rank priorities, alter workflow to complete projects on short notice, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.</li> <li>Strong technical skills and the ability to utilize platforms and tools to support business insights.</li> <li>Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills to read and interpret data, supporting the development of client-focused, data-driven solutions.<strong><br></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Physical Demands and Work Environment:</strong></p> <ul> <li>The primary work environment is an office.</li> <li>The physical demands include: lifting less than 25%, seeing: reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, sitting greater than 50% of the time, and talking.</li> <li>The typical percentage of time spent traveling and spending nights away from home is less than 25%.<strong><br></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Who we are:</strong></p> <p>Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.</p> <p>We provide ad space through:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Billboards</li> <li aria-level="1">Interstate logos</li> <li aria-level="1">Handpainted murals</li> <li aria-level="1">Transportation and airports</li> <li aria-level="1">The largest network of digital billboards in the United States</li> </ul> <p>We live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.</p> <p>We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. Please <a href="https://lamar.com/en/about/giving-back-lamar-advertising" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a> to learn more about Lamar's green initiatives. </p> <p><strong>Lamar is an EEO/AA employer, including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic.</strong></p> <p><strong>Please note: </strong>Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.</p> <p><strong>SMS and Email Communications:</strong> By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you agree to receive email and SMS communications from Lamar Advertising Company regarding job opportunities, hiring events, and career-related updates. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying 'STOP' to text messages. Your information will be processed in accordance with our <a href="https://lamar.com/en/about/privacy-policy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">privacy policy</a>.</p> <p><strong>Disability Self-Identification: </strong>When applying for a job with Lamar, you will be asked to voluntarily self-identify whether you have a disability. Please take a moment to watch<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAKsPd_lIw8" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> this video</a> for clarification on why we're asking for this information!</p> <p><strong>California Residents - </strong>Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants. This information may include, for example, name, address, phone number and other contact information, employment history and reference contact information, and any other information provided by an applicant to Lamar.  By submitting an application, you consent to the use or sharing of this personal information solely for the purpose of consideration for employment by Lamar.  Lamar will not sell this information.</p> <p>#TAID #EarlyTalent</p>