Tucows has new job for “Associate Domainer”.
Are you a part-time domainer that wants to become full-time? Think you could work magic if only you could get your hands on a multi-million dollar portfolio of domain names? I came across a job listing from domain name registrar Tucows (AMEX: TCX) that might interest you. The position is for “Associate Domainer”:
* The Domain Portfolio Analyst is responsible for monitoring, measuring, and managing a large portfolio of domain names. These domain names are currently monetized through domain parking, domain sales, and domain leasing.
KEY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/OBJECTIVES:
% of Time Description of task / duty
* [20%] Reviewing and selecting from daily lists of domain names using multiple criteria for possible acquisition by Tucows
* [20%] Grading and pricing domain names, managing, restoring, renewing, and transferring names, optimizing the landing pages of parked domains
* [20%] Analyzing data for trends and patterns and generating and updating daily, weekly, and monthly reports
* [20%] Monitoring and responding to internal and external email and phone sales and support inquiries about domain names in the portfolio
* [20%] Assisting with other departmental administrative and support duties including assisting with development and refinement of domain portfolio management tools, updating department Wiki pages, conducting research and other “Special Projects”
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
* Data analysis experience / ability to analyze large datasets for trends and patterns necessary
* Excellent Excel, Word, Outlook, and Internet research skills
* Excellent spoken and written communication skills
* Database experience (MS Access / SQL) a nice-to-have
* Previous experience in domain name industry and/or PPC advertising would be very useful
EDUCATION (include Professional Certifications / Designations)
* Post Secondary Education
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
* Ability to multi-task
* Attention to detail
* Ability to manage own time effectively
* Ability to operate under pressure and meet deadlines
* Ability to work independently on projects with minimal supervision and also collaborate as a strong team member
* Sense of humour
* Creative problem solving abilities
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
* Some weekend work required (1-2 hours per day, 1-2 times per month)
Looks like a fun and challenging gig if you don’t mind moving to Toronto. The position reports to Bill Sweetman, who is GM for the domain portfolio. I’ve talked with Sweetman on the phone while writing a story in the past, and he seems to really enjoy his gig.
More details are available here.
I’ve been considering adding a job board to Domain Name Wire. Is that something readers (and employers) would be interested in?