Job Abstract

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Position Summary:

The Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies (GSCS) amplifies Rice University’s academic excellence and outreach through lifelong personal and professional offerings that empower individuals and organizations, foster community, and promote the common good in Houston and beyond.

The Marketing & Communications Specialist for GSCS reports to the Executive Director of Operations and is responsible for the development and implementation of communication and marketing activities, enabling programs, services, events and/or products to meet organizational objectives. Working closely with the marketing team to develop and execute the marketing campaigns, the incumbent will plan and advise the marketing team on best practices associated with marketing activities, email marketing, and lead data management.

This position offers a flexible work schedule (minimum of two days in the office per week) upon successful completion of the probationary period. This position requires U.S. work authorization.

Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of marketing processes. Experience managing all marketing activities is highly desired.

Workplace Requirements:

Hybrid position: “This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. [Insert hybrid schedule]. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.”

Hiring Range: Annual salary 60,000 – 65,000

*Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Communications or related field and 2+ years of experience
  • In lieu of the educational requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis may be substituted.

Skills:

• Excellent writing and communication skill
• Knowledge of the web, technology, social platforms, current and future trend
• Demonstrated problem solver
• Ability to work independently to meet expected deadlines and schedules
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot)
• Understanding of website metrics and best practices
• Knowledge of and familiarity with desktop publishing, Adobe Creative Suite software, search engine optimization (SEO), content management systems (CMS), and customer relationship management systems (CRM)
• Outstanding judgment and work ethic
• Ability to work collaboratively and build consensus
• Knowledge of lead nurturing and lead scoring process

Experience:

• Experience in a university environment
• Experience in a large nonprofit organization
• Experience with email marketing, social media marketing, PR, and reporting
• Experience with Content Management Systems (Drupal preferred, but not required)
• Experience with project management software such as Monday.com
• Experience developing, implementing, and analyzing results of integrated marketing campaigns
• Experience with multiple program delivery platforms (face-to-face, online, hybrid)
• Experience in creating and delivering presentations to various stakeholders
• Experience in client management

Preferences:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Communications or related field
• 5 years of related experience working in a marketing position
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• Good organization and creativity skills
• Good analytical problem-solving skills

Essential Functions:

• Develops and manages the communication and brand strategy for individual program(s) incorporating appropriate channels.
• Recommends, manages and executes integrated marketing plans/programs and strategies to meet business objectives.
• Guides event planning and execution
• Manages vendors on specific projects.
• Manages program budget, goals, and objectives in alignment with organizational goals.
• Manages market research and analysis used to make informed decisions regarding strategic marketing direction, product segmentation and customer targeting.
• Assesses market opportunities and tracks market trends.
• Recommends marketing improvements based on findings.
• Writes, designs, and coordinates the production of communication and marketing materials.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Additional Functions

• Serves as the primary marketing point of contact for each of the programs.
• Has strong creative writing skills.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with GSCS program leadership on marketing strategy across programs and project management.
• Collaborates and helps initiate standardizations in processes and workflows across the school.
• Analyze and recommend campaign strategies for individual offerings and help implement and monitor the campaign.

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