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JOB SUMMARY

Coordinates and implements marketing and communication projects that support the assigned department and/or college’s goals to help shape effective marketing and communications strategies. Organizes public image campaigns and special events that are engaging and contain an interactive strategy that enhances the University’s reputation. Responsible for creating effective communication for emails, text messages, web, digital platforms, print, PowerPoints, newsletters, etc., for the assigned department(s). Works collaboratively with divisional partners to achieve project objectives, milestones, and deliverables, and campaign effectiveness reporting.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration or related field

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of marketing, communications or public relations work experience with a focus on account management and digital campaign management.

PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Previous experience in higher education preferred
Extensive experience with the Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in communication planning, execution, and evaluation in a higher education institution
Experience with print and web content, creation, and design

ABILITIES

Able to produce creative and effective marketing communications materials
Comfortable interacting at all levels of the organization and willing to develop strong and positive relationships with staff and colleagues
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time while meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Acquires and maintains a detailed knowledge of the institutional policies, principles, and strategies, and keeps up to date with relevant developments
Knowledge of communication, sales, and a broad understanding of marketing principles
Knowledge of branding standards and University policies and guidelines used to develop marketing and advertising materials

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, time management, project management, and presentation skills
Excellent written communication skills with the ability to tailor content to specific audiences and/or platforms
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative suite, including Photoshop, etc.)
Strong attention to detail and -project management skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and email etiquette

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develops and maintains strong partnerships within the assigned department(s) and/or college(s), understands key business strategies, objectives, and project expectations to support marketing efforts and goals
2. Handles all internal and external communications for the division to drive student recruitment, progression, retention, and graduation
3. Creates, plans, and executes engaging and interactive communication content strategy to enhance the assigned department’s goal
4. Works independently as the communication and marketing liaison to assigned departments (which include but not limited the Office of Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid and Scholarships, and other campus units)
5. Works with divisional leadership to plan, create, and evaluate strategic communications initiatives to drive student engagement and activity with the university
6. Oversees the production process, day-to-day project activities, and provides analytical data for communications
7. Plans and manages project communications, monitors project status, proactively manages changes, and effectively communicates regularly to ensure message visibility and readability
8. Coordinates and runs meetings with department leadership and assistant directors to review communications, updates, and goals of departments
9. Partners with department social media staff to drive users to the assigned department and/or college’s website, enhances the brand, promotes events and programs, and recruits students, as well as coordinates and develops social media campaigns to fit departmental goals
10. Ensures that communications are aligned with the university and the assigned department and/or college’s brand messaging and policies to increase the sense of connection to the college and its extended community
11. Designs and facilitates communication within the CRM to ensure tracking, communication flow, and correct data
12. Directs projects using appropriate internal and external resources such as departmental team members, automation and CRM systems, videography, PR and marketing team, agency partners, freelance professionals, and PR/marketing firms
13. Ensures evaluation and analysis of marketing initiatives to determine the effectiveness of implemented strategies
14. May provide communication and marketing operation reports, which may be presented or provided to division leadership to assess communication effectiveness