College of Education and Professional Studies - Coordinator of Communications and Public Relations

University of Central Oklahoma•Edmond, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Develop the strategy, design and production of all college marketing and public relations activities. Oversee multiple special events throughout the year. Work with cross-functional teams to plan recruitment strategies and materials for prospective students and to represent the college by attending in-person or virtual student recruitment events. Coordinate with the college development team with donor relations events, scholarships, and overall stakeholder outreach.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in job related field and/or equivalent work experience in a field that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts aligned with the position responsibilities.
Requires the application of expertise in a chosen field to achieve results.

Responsibilities

Responsible for coordinating with college leadership and faculty in the development, implementation, execution and management of public relations, communications, recruitment, and special events.
Represents the college or division on various university committees.
Determines appropriate strategies for marketing and messaging.
Manages the creation and production of promotional materials including press releases, publications, and flyers in conjunction with various university offices.
Coordinates and generates electronic communications including email blasts and internal/external newsletters.
Creates, manages, and updates college webpages on the university’s website along with digital display content.
Strategizes and manages the college's social media and blog initiatives.
Coordinates story ideas and coverage with University Communications to ensure widespread coverage of newsworthy stories.
Assists department chairs and faculty in developing targeted promotional materials.
Assists with college scholarship communication both internally to students, faculty, and staff, and externally, including donor thank you letters.
Demonstrates attention to detail, accurate use of standard grammar, and clear communication skills in written and verbal modes.
Plans, budgets, and coordinates college special events.
Designs and arranges for the printing of flyers, invitations, and program materials in support of events.
Works with on-campus Conference and Events services to determine food/beverage selection and room set-up for college events, such as celebration banquets and graduation and retirement receptions.
Assists the Development Officer in the University Foundation with communication and promotion of events and donor outreach efforts.
Serves as a secondary representative for virtual and in-person college recruitment efforts including both graduate and undergraduate programs.
Develops presentations, flyers, marketing/orientation materials, and promotional items for recruitment events.
Assists with on-campus retention events.
Manages the college social media platforms.