KUMMER COLLEGE MARKETING AND OUTREACH SPECIALIST #00097778

Dean's Office of Kummer College

The Kummer College of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development seeks a dynamic Marketing and Outreach Specialist to join our team. This position will play a key role in increasing the visibility of the existing Kummer College departments and the new Jaggi School of Business at Missouri S&T by working closely with external partners such as high school counselors, teachers, and admission teams at Missouri community colleges. The role will also focus on building a social media presence to attract undergraduate students and hosting events that will help elevate the college's reputation. The ideal candidate will be high energy, with strong communication skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships with educational partners.

This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level professional seeking growth opportunities in marketing, event management, and recruiting within a newly launched business school. If you are motivated and creative with strong communication skills and the gift of sales we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

Marketing:

• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to develop and execute marketing strategies for the Kummer College departments and the Jaggi School of Business
• Using tools such as Canva or Adobe Suite, create engaging marketing materials including brochures, flyers, and digital content
• Manage social media platforms, including content creation, scheduling, and engagement for the Kummer College departments and the Jaggi School of Business.

Event Management:

• Work with faculty and educational partners to identify opportunities to create events for the Kummer College departments and the Jaggi School of Business that will positively impact enrollment and brand awareness
• Coordinate all aspects of events, including room arrangements, catering, and AV/tech setup
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, speakers, and instructors

Recruiting:

• Build a comprehensive plan to visit high schools, make travel arrangements, and conduct visits to partnering schools and establish new partnerships
• Work with admissions and enrollment management to coordinate where needed but will need to develop a recruitment strategy, review and analyze data to determine which fairs and events to attend and which schools to visit. Travel to recruitment events and college fairs around Missouri and surrounding states, some of which will require overnight stays
• Give presentations in classrooms or to prospective student groups as needed across the state of Missouri (in person or via Zoom)
• Utilizing Slate CRM to track prospects and applicants and bring new ideas to the table to increase outreach
• Build bridges between community college partners and Kummer College faculty/staff with the purpose of updating articulation agreements to streamline the transfer process for students
• Develop a team of student ambassadors to assist in spreading positive awareness regarding the Kummer College departments and the Jaggi School of Business
  

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Education or a related field
• 1-2 years of experience in marketing, event coordination, outside sales, or related roles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, familiarity with design tools such as Canva or Adobe Suite, and/or experience with Slate
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Comfortable giving presentations to large groups
• Experience in social media marketing
• Enthusiastic candidates who work well independently as well as in a team
• Highly organized and adaptable to change given the nature of the position

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $24.00-$26.44 hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 008
University Title: SENIOR STUDENT RECRUITMENT SPECIALIST
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

KUMMER COLLEGE
Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE) and Kummer Student Programs.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

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