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Harford Community College

Admissions Communication Specialist

Harford Community College, Bel Air, Maryland, United States, 21014


Position InformationPosition Title

Admissions Communication Specialist

Posting Category

Full-Time Staff

Starting salary range

$51,950- $67,535

About Harford Community College

Harford Community College has served as an anchor institution in Harford County since its inception in 1957. We are a mid-sized, comprehensive college committed to serving our community through high caliber educational offerings and cultural events. HCC's mission of "Grow. Achieve. Inspire. Contribute." and our vision of continuously striving for satisfaction, completion, and success throughout the College community is demonstrated by our shared organizational values of Agency, Equity and Inclusion, Communication and Collaboration, Respect, and Innovation. Harford Community College is an Achieving the Dream institution, joining a network of higher education institutions and partners to enhance community college student opportunity, access, and success.

Job Description

This position aims to strategically manage and optimize the College's admissions communication strategies, focusing on maximizing the effectiveness of the department's two primary systems, Banner and Slate. This position ensures that all communications are consistent, impactful, and precisely aligned with the institution's enrollment objectives. The Specialist leads the development and execution of targeted communication plans, leveraging data analytics to enhance engagement and improve prospective student interactions throughout the admissions funnel. Other duties include producing comprehensive reports to guide executive decision-making and supporting admissions events. This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position and includes a comprehensive benefits package offering medical, dental and vision coverage; generous paid time off; tuition assistance; and retirement savings. Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position.

Required Education

Associate's degree in Communications, Marketing, or Data Analysis.

Required Experience

Minimum of two years' experience in higher education Admissions or CRM and data management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear, concise, and compelling messaging for diverse audiences.Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, & ExcelAbility to leverage data analytics to optimize communication strategies, enhance engagement, and improve prospective student interactions throughout the admissions funnel.Experience with email marketing platforms, social media management tools, and other digital communication technologies.Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and translate insights into actionable communication strategies.Demonstrated experience in developing and executing communication strategies in an educational or similar environment.Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in planning and executing events, particularly within an educational or admissions context.Bachelor's degree or Masters Degree.Proficiency in using graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) to create visually appealing materials for various communication channels.Experience with email marketing software (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact) to develop and manage targeted email campaigns.Knowledge and experience in managing social media platforms, including content creation, scheduling, and engagement strategies.Hours per Week

40 - 100%

General Weekly Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Final schedule to be determined by the supervisor.

Posting Detail InformationPosting Number

2024-156FSFA

Number of Vacancies

1

Close Date

09/30/2024

Open Until Filled

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