Asst Director - Marketing & Communications

Asst Director - Marketing & Communications
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Advertising/Posting Title Asst Director - Marketing & Communications

Posting Summary

Responsible for developing, writing, editing, and managing communications that support the University of Vermont’s undergraduate recruitment and enrollment objectives. Working collaboratively with campus partners and Admissions colleagues, the position assists in developing communication strategies, produces engaging and accurate content for electronic communications and print publications, and manages projects to ensure timely, consistent, and effective messaging. The position also contributes to undergraduate admissions through application review, geographic territory management, and participation in the Counselor on Duty rotation, helping prospective students and families navigate the admissions process.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree and two to four years’ related experience required. Strong oral and written communication skills required. Experience with editing and functioning as a project manager. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database applications. Demonstrated multicultural competency and a commitment to recruit a diverse student population.

Desirable Qualifications

Strong editorial judgment and the ability to manage multiple writing and editing projects while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting deadlines.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $54,000 to $57,000

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/06/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled Yes

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title CommuncationsGeneralist PC2 X

Posting Number

Posting Number S6389PO

Department

Department Admissions/30200

Position Number

Position Number 017099

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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