Communications Coordinator
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City

Job Info

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Position Details Req ID: req18442 Position Title: Communications Coordinator Position Type: Staff Full-Time Position Number: AS7678 OSU Campus: Stillwater Department: Undergraduate Admissions Location Address:
219 Student Union
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States Hiring Supervisor: Blayklee Freed Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding): 41,000.00 - 58,000.00, Salary Work Schedule: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Some nights and weekends Faculty Appt Period: Job Summary:

As a senior member of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions communications team, this position will support the university's enrollment management goals by contributing to communication, marketing and outreach efforts to prospective students and their families, high school and college counselors and other internal and external audiences. This includes providing effective leadership and coordination in planning and implementing strategies for email, direct mail, web, video, digital advertising and social media campaigns. Primary objectives include managing and coordinating all email projects and leading a team of communications specialists who are responsible for creating dynamic, engaging prospective student content. This position will contribute to communication flow strategic planning, including analyzing CRM data and staying up to date on communications best practices for prospective students; ensure copy and design align with Brand Management standards; lead copy writing within the communications team and campus partners; assist in executing social media campaigns; provide leadership in carrying out special initiatives and other duties as assigned by the leadership team. Supervisory responsibilities include project management, assisting and providing guidance in the training of new staff members and ongoing training and professional development for existing staff members.

When working outside during events, changing weather depending on the time of year.

Special Instructions to Applicants To be considered please attach a cover letter to your resume and three professional references. Education & Experience Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Business field

Three years of experience in publications, news media or another closely related field. Demonstrated experience in communications and/or marketing, including, but not limited to, writing, editing, social media, video, website and content creation. Demonstrated project management and leadership/staff management experience.

Excellent communication skills, including written and verbal. Ability to organize, manage and execute projects on strict deadlines with excellent attention to detail, experience using a project management system preferred. Strong technical writing skills and experience writing engaging marketing content using Associated Press style. Experience with website editing (Omni Update platform preferred). Understanding of customer relationship management (CRM) technology, preferably within a higher education setting. Demonstrated experience leading multi-channel marketing strategies and training colleagues on best practices and use of marketing platforms.

Ability to lift 45 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree

Five years of communications experience in higher education setting

Relevant experience within a higher education setting. Work within a project management system. Demonstrated graphic design experience and familiarity with Adobe Suite products. Knowledgeable in advertising layout and design. Working knowledge of HTML or CCS.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

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