Enrollment Communications Manager

This position, reporting to the Director of Enrollment Communications, will work with communicators and colleagues in Enrollment to help develop and support a communications and marketing strategy for the Office of Undergraduate Admission that:

• Strengthens the excellence, diversity, success, and sense of community of the student body;
• Increases the number of low-income and first-generation high-school students across Virginia who enter and complete higher education; and
• Advances the mission of the University.

The Communications Manager will be involved throughout the process - from concept development to final execution - to create effective, strategic, and memorable communications efforts across multiple channels, including digital, print, and social media. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a highly collaborative environment.

Core responsibilities will include:

• Working as a member of the University Enrollment communications team to generate compelling marketing and communications efforts.
• Spearheading content development by seeking students, faculty, and staff to feature in support of Enrollment-wide communication efforts.
• Serving as the communications manager supporting the Office of Undergraduate Admission. Working with Enrollment and Admission leadership teams for review and approval of campaigns and materials as needed.
• Drafting, reviewing, and finalizing content for key admission-related communications, i.e.: daily visit communications, search and yield marketing efforts, and operational communications. Collaborating with digital teams to manage distribution and track metrics of communications.
• Ongoing review, content updates, and metrics reporting for the Office of Undergraduate Admission website, coordinating with other communicators across Enrollment for content needs that involve the expertise of other offices.
• Working with schools and units across the University to collect and/or draft relevant content for the Admission office's audiences.
• Using existing design templates, supporting the Admission office in updating and customizing major presentations as needed.
• Participating in creative briefings, project meetings, and content planning meetings with fellow Enrollment communicators and Admission team members.
• Working with the Director of Enrollment Communications and other Enrollment communicators to ensure production tracking of day-to-day work and on-time project delivery.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Collaborative, deadline-driven, and able to manage successfully several projects at once.
• Passionate about understanding current and emerging communications trends, with experience executing marketing concepts across multiple platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen understanding of grammar rules and excellent proofreading skills.
• Proven success working effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple offices, departments, or units.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to anticipate challenges, problem-solve proactively, and manage multiple communications priorities.
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to balance strategic input with tactical execution.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven settings.
• Experience working with students to develop and execute creative content.
• Experience with CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software such as Slate or Salesforce.

Required Experience:

• *Candidates must have a bachelor's degree with 3 or more years of relevant professional experience in communications or marketing.

Required Applicant Materials:

Applicant materials include cover letter and resume.

About the Position:

$65,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

This position will remain open until filled. This is an Exempt level, benefited position. Hybrid work is possible. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position cannot sponsor applications for immigration now or in the future. For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.

To Apply:

Only applications with all the required materials will receive consideration, please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.

Process for Applicants: Please create an account or log in to the UVA job board, and search for 'R0078518.' Complete an application online and attach a cover letter and CV/resume. References will be completed via UVA's standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of three references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.