Graduate Recruitment and Marketing Assistant Director

Graduate Recruitment and Marketing Assistant Director

Position Title : Graduate Recruitment and Marketing Assistant Director

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Position Number : 999821

Position Status : Full-Time

Regular Work Hours : Monday Friday 8am 5pm (with regular overnight travel requirements during peak recruiting times)

Location : Description :

Description :

University Overview : Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community.

This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones.

If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world this is the place where you belong.

Position Specific Responsibilities :

More passion, more energy, more energy, more passion!! Specifically, towards graduate students and advanced degrees. Play a vital role in shaping our university’s future by being a part of the team that brings top-tier graduate students from around the world.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a role that offers both personal and professional growth. Work alongside a team that’s passionate about what they do and ready to support your journey.

Key components :

• Research & Data Analysis (50%) : Dive deep into data to identify key targets and markets to focus on or partners we should be connecting with.
• Data-Driven Decision Maker : Your days will be focused with researching and analyzing where we should focus our recruitment efforts, helping us identify high-potential candidates and markets.

You’ll dig into the data to guide our strategy and make informed decisions on where to target next and where is not an optimal use of our resources.

• Industry Partnership : Collaborate with industry leaders to pinpoint emerging trends and opportunities, ensuring our recruitment strategies are always ahead of the curve.
• Writing & Editing (20%) : Craft compelling content, manage what’s already in place with adjustments as needed. While design isn’t your focus, your sharp writing skills will shine as you craft compelling content and manage what’s already in place.

Your words will help shape our brand’s message and connect with prospective students.

• Travel & Networking (30%) : Travel that is not frequent but for a few days to a week at a time. While most of your destinations won’t be local, the experience and connections you’ll gain will be invaluable.
• Next Step Up : This position is ideal for someone eager to take the next leap in their career. You’ll have the chance to grow, learn, and make a real impact.

What We’re Looking For :

• Strategic Mindset : We need someone who can take hold of our existing recruitment structure and expand it. You’re not just about the creative fluff you’re about getting the job done and driving results.
• Balanced Skill Set : You’ll need to be comfortable with data, while also being a confident communicator who enjoys meeting new people and building relationships.
• Admissions Insight : If you have experience in admissions or recruitment, you’ll hit the ground running. Your understanding of the metrics and behind-the-scenes work will be key to your success.

Summary of Responsibilities :

• Manages the day-to-day operational recruitment activities.
• Develops and implements marketing strategies and solutions to achieve business goals.
• Assists in strategic planning of recruitment strategies and priorities.

Essential Functions :

• Oversees daily recruitment service delivery, promotional projects, campaigns, events, programs and / or services. May lead staff in the design and implementation of marketing materials.
• Acts as liaison to admissions staff, students, and community.
• Manages brand identity by implementing print, audio, visual and / or online design standards and providing creative direction for all marketing recruitment efforts.
• Engages with on and off-campus customers and related departments. Enhances customer base and strengthens the university’s image.
• Analyses market research to create new or enhance current markets. Develops long- and short-term marketing objectives utilizing analyses to enhance the competitive advantage.
• May oversee staff including work allocation, training, promotion, and enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution.
• May assist with the monitoring, tracking, and management of annual recruitment and marketing budget.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, or related field.
• Preferred Education : Three (3) years of experience in recruiting, admissions, or communications in higher education or related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Ability to learn graduate admissions regulations and write appropriate messaging that should be communicated to prospective students and internal constituents.
• Ability to work with integrated information systems to achieve business needs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.) and Windows-based computer operating systems.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.

Sponsorship : No, due to budget constraints, the University will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position.

Salary Information :

Range beginning at $45,800 / yr, adjusted based on qualifications. Overtime Eligibility : No. Eligible for Shift Differential?

No. Benefits Eligible? Yes.

Wichita State University and the State of Kansas offer a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment.

Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings
• Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
• Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Physical Demands :

• Ability to remain in a stationary position. Frequent 60-90%
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Frequent 60-90%
• Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Frequent 60-90%

Physical Weight Category : Sedentary : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Sedentary work involves remaining stationary most of the time.

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