The Coordinator for Marketing & Recruitment oversees recruitment and marketing efforts for the Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science (KAMS) at Fort Hays State University. KAMS recruitment and marketing focuses on identifying and connecting with prospective students throughout the state of Kansas. This position manages the admissions processes including the evaluation of student applications. A successful candidate must have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, possess strong written and interpersonal communication skills, and be highly detailed and organized. Some domestic travel, including overnight and weekend travel, will be required. This is an on-campus position, located on the Fort Hays State University campus in Hays, Kansas.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, strong written and interpersonal communication skills, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel in the state of Kansas.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in higher education recruitment, marketing, or related fields
- Experience giving professional presentations
- Experience in writing advertising, marketing, or strategic communications content
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
- Strong understanding and ability to maintain student confidentiality
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin July 11, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement short and long-term recruitment strategies and marketing initiatives to bring highly talented students to KAMS.
- Manage the program’s admission process, including evaluating student applications and transcripts along with Director.
- Develop the program’s print and digital recruitment materials.
- Conduct state-wide and regional in-person information sessions, presentations, school visits, and professional conference vending.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate on-campus and virtual recruitment events.
- Assist students and families through the admission and enrollment processes.
- Manage the program’s social media channels.
- Assist the Director in building relationships with outside stakeholders, including K-12 personnel, governing bodies, and relevant educational organizations.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director.
Required Application Documents: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references.
Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Sherri Matlock, Director of Early College Programs (KAMS/AMS)
785-628-4573
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination: Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
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