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Coordinator III, Marketing and Outreach

Lone Star College, Mckinney, TX, United States


Job Description
Purpose and Scope: The Coordinator III, Marketing and Outreach collaborates with the LSC marketing team at System Office to develop a marketing plan for the LSC-University Centers and coordinates the implementation of the marketing plan. The responsibilities include multiple websites, social media presence, designing of marketing materials (online and printed), and coordinating outreach and public relations events. Attendance at some events is required during heavy orientation and graduation times. Serves as the point of contact for students inquiring about program information and university partners needing outreach support.

Essential Job Functions

Develops and implements integrated marketing strategy for LSC-University Center

Researches and applies new trends to enhance the user experience and increase engagement on all communication platforms

Serve as project coordinator for major marketing events and initiatives through the University Centers

Supports increased offerings of university partner programs through the University Centers and collaborates with partners to improve student participation

Coordinate and maintain high inventory flow of marketing and publication materials and promotional items

Creates templates, navigation structures and other graphic elements

Coordinates messaging and visual display of all electronic advertising via the on-campus plasma screen messaging system

Prepares illustrations for use in publications, presentations, and the Web using various graphic design software

Designs publications and page layouts according to aesthetic and branding standards, applying knowledge of layout and computer software

Develops and coordinates communication plan for the outreach and recruitment of students; includes student tracking, email communication, social media, etc.

Collaborates with college staff and administrators on outreach, recruitment, admissions, and enrollment opportunities, including attendance at related events; also assists in hosting University Center events

Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to adapt to a changing environment

Ability to communicate effectively and work with diverse clientele in a team environment

Ability to meet deadlines

Knowledge of digital photography and graphic design skill set

Knowledge of multiple web tools such as HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe software programs and PowerPoint

Knowledge of web and marketing analytic tools

Strong writing, editing, project management, and attention to accuracy skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a student-centered, team-oriented environment

Physical Abilities
The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, or small parts, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment

Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position

Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in public relations, marketing, communications

Experience with web and marketing analytics tools

Experience with website development and mobile usability and responsiveness

Experience in creating email engagement and social media content

Experience working in higher education

Salary
Hiring salary range is: $48,152 - $55,375

Legal Disclosures
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

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