What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Admission - Communications position at Truman State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Assistant Director of Admission - Communications
Job Responsibilities
The Assistant Director for Communication, reporting directly to the Director of Admission, will oversee day-to-day communications, as well as large mailing projects throughout the academic year, for both domestic and international recruitment. The Assistant Director for Communication will supervise the counselor deliver team and will serve as a member of the Admission Leadership team charged with knowledge of best practices specific to drip campaigns, communication and print pieces for all prospective students, their family members and the community at large.
Communication and Marketing
- Manage comprehensive communication plan for Office of Admission
- Create and maintain communication calendar for Office of Admission between print, digital, email, text, ad-hoc, recurring, and campaign communications
- Lead digital communicator and collaborator on print publications for the Office of Admission, including copywriting and copyediting
- Assist in brand oversight for communication in the Office of Admission
- Collaborate with faculty, Publications, Public Relations, Marketing, Mail Services, and Printing services to ensure appropriate information is presented and submitted in a timely manner
- Coordinate direct mail and print publications, including bid process for the printing and mailing of publications with approval from Director of Admission and Associate Director of Marketing
- Maintain inventory of marketing items in Admission Office, provide monthly updates, process material requests and reorder as necessary
- Maintain documentation of mailing and processing procedures for future reference
- Serve as co-lead on texting platform
- Train and manage communication team members on applicable processes
Office Leadership
- Work with office in leading comprehensive efforts to effectively process application and scholarship materials, including needed publications and mailings, while meeting the needs of incoming and current students
- Develop creative solutions to staffing and processes related to changing needs or direction
- Serve as resource to admission staff members and the greater University community in representing Truman State University
- Create a supportive, enthusiastic, professional and efficient work environment
- Lead regular meetings with communications team to manage workload, monitor project progress, and assign new projects
- Research and report on admission communication trends and best practices
Professional Development
- Participate in online seminars regarding relevant professional issues to keep current with application or mail processing changes and/or opportunities to enhance our operation, which may include researching different vendors
- Attend professional conferences off-campus, as requested and as schedule permits
- Member of Missouri ACAC
Special Projects and Other Duties
- Assist with campus tours and visits (as needed)
- Assist with territory travel and event coverage (as needed)
- Actively provide and participate in departmental or university trainings
- Provide support in answering office phones, responding to questions, and following-up request
Position will be located on the Truman State University campus in Kirksville, Missouri.
The University: Truman State University is home to a vibrant educational community. The approximately 4,000 students who make up its student body are well prepared for challenging academics in a supportive environment. More than 20 percent engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Most gain leadership experience and nearly half go on to graduate or professional school within a year of earning a degree. We currently offer 14 graduate programs. For a complete list of our graduate degrees, please visit our website. Founded in 1867, Truman is known for its focus on student learning and outcomes and places an emphasis on high-impact experiences such as internships, research and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the highest overall graduation rate among the state’s public colleges and universities. For more than two decades, Truman has been recognized as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest regional category by U.S. News & World Report, and Washington Monthly consistently ranks Truman as one of the best master’s universities in the nation. For more information regarding additional rankings and acknowledgments, visit truman.edu/about.
The Community: Located in northeast Missouri, Kirksville is a cultural and economic hub in the region. In addition to being the home of Truman, Kirksville is the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and features a medical school, dental school and community college, and the Kirksville School District is consistently recognized for academic excellence. The community takes pride in several annual events including the Round Barn Blues Festival and the FLATS Trail Half-Marathon. The charming downtown area features an arts center, as well as several local shops and restaurants. It is also the site of numerous community events including the Red, White and Blue Festival in the summer and the Red Barn Arts and Craft Festival each fall. Just a few minutes outside of town is beautiful Thousand Hills State Park with hiking and biking opportunities surrounding the 700-acre Forest Lake. Kirksville offers easy access by car to Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago and Des Moines. Daily flights from Kirksville Regional Airport to Chicago provide quick access to one of the Midwest’s major metropolitan areas. More information about Kirksville can be found at visitkirksville.com.
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.
Required Qualifications
- bachelor’s degree
- significant evidence of transferable technical skills
- exceptional communication skills (written and oral) and a strong commitment to customer service
- ability to work in a collaborative environment within the Admission Office and the University as demonstrated by previous project management and/or group work
- a record of success independently completing assigned projects with limited direct supervision as well as the ability to take direction from office leadership
- ability to travel and to assume a work schedule that can include evenings and weekends
- ability to lift/carry items ranging up to 40 pounds in weight
- valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
- knowledge of and/or experience working with emerging print technologies, admission recruitment communication systems and/or database management software.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S195P
Open Date
12/04/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.
Review of applications will begin January 6, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Salary
The annual salary range for this position is $38,000 to $48,000.
Non Discrimination Statement
Truman State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, Truman State does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.
Truman State is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Other Documents
- Graduate Transcripts
Salary : $38,000 - $48,000
