OU Office of Admissions & Recruitment (OAR) works to bring in the next generation of Sooners. Our team operates from Norman as well as across the state, nation and world. We provide support to incoming domestic and international freshman and transfer students as they navigate the college application and decision process. Additionally, we partner with parents, counselors, and communities in providing resources to students interested in higher education. Our goal is to build a vibrant community with limitless potential by recruiting the most academically qualified students with a variety of educational, service, involvement and community experiences. 

We need someone who exhibits:

Integrity: Accountability for doing the right thing by exercising good judgment and honesty. Ability to create a safe environment for students and families and team members, including having emotional intelligence and self-awareness. Transparency, professionalism and thoughtfulness in communication.

Care: Prioritization of creating the best experience possible for each person we encounter and at every step of the student experience. Providing service to others by being friendly, welcoming and approachable. Commitment to collaboration and to being a team player with a positive attitude. 

Intentionality: Strong work ethic and contribution to the excellence of the Division of Enrollment Management, OAR and OU; self-motivation. Consistency in meeting deadlines and responding in a timely manner.

Innovation: Possession of a natural curiosity to learn and a continual pursuit of personal and professional growth in the field of college enrollment management. A focus on innovation, displaying an understanding of positive change and possessing a strong analytic ability. Efficiency by researching best practices, making creativity a priority.

Scope of Position/Essential Duties:  As part of the Enrollment Management Communications and Marketing team, the Communications and Marketing Coordinator supports all communication and marketing efforts for the Division of Enrollment Management. This includes leading and crafting messages for internal and external audiences and managing communications projects to recruit and retain students. This position is responsible for email marketing, orientation/tour/event communications, and website development. The Communications and Marketing Coordinator serves on the email committee for the division and builds queries and writes liquid markup for emails, as well as other functions within the division’s CRM. This position is responsible for creating content for both prospective and returning students and their families at OU. This includes important information for the Office of Admissions & Recruitment, New Sooner Orientation, Concurrent Enrollment, Financial Aid Services, the Student Financial Center, the Office of the Registrar, Scholarship Office, MidFirst Bank Money Coach Program, and Veteran Student Services.

• Responsible for events and campus tour marketing and communication efforts.
• Reviews items for Style Guide compliance, making changes as needed.
• Manages website content, makes edits, and updates.
• Assists with redesigns on websites or pages for a better user experience.
• Assists with developing and maintaining event and admission landing pages. 
• Assists with developing and maintaining event and visit portals. 
• Assists with marketing campaigns, including developing production timelines and executing SMS and email delivery.
• Monitors progress of projects.
• Assists with email and SMS marketing management.
• Manages internal and external communications such as newsletters, email content, event registration, campus tour communication, orientation marketing, assessment information, and post-admission items.
• Develops and maintains external and internal campus tour portals within the Division.
• Responsible for all major OAR event communication.
• Builds and schedules emails within the Division’s CRM. Slate technical experience is preferred.
• Creates communication, including feature stories, profiles, and website content for OU colleges, departments, programs, and administrative offices.
• Manages OAR event websites. CMS technical experience is preferred.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications, or related field,

Equivalency/Substitution:  Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree 

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Well-versed in copy writing, graphic design, email marketing, event registration, and brand management
• Editing, proofreading and composition skills
• Organized and ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills
• Digitally fluent and comfortable learning new digital technologies
• Strong initiative to solve problems

Certifications:

• None

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally lift 30-50 pounds.  
• Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
• Environmental: Standard office environment.
• Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. 

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.