Events & Communications Manager

Reinhardt University is currently accepting applications for an Events & Communications Manager for the Admissions Office.

Position Summary The Admission’s Events and Communications Manager is a critical member of the Admissions staff and reports directly to the Executive Director of Admissions. The Office of Admissions is a very fast-paced, high-energy environment that strives to meet the demands of a dynamic, growing institution and an ever-changing environment. Our team members must be flexible, positive and effectively adapt to rapid change.

The Admission’s Events and Communications Manager must be creative, service-minded and focused on providing engaging communications and memorable experiences for Reinhardt’s potential new students and guests. Primary responsibilities include coordinating and managing all aspects of campus visits (in-person, on- and off-campus, and virtual) and Admission events, including highly visible open houses (Experience Reinhardt), scholarship events, and collaborative events with other University departments.

Responsibilities include creating promotional communications for events and developing additional materials as needed by the Admissions team. The position is responsible for selection, training, and ongoing supervision of the Reinhardt Captains/Student Ambassadors. The person in this role professionally represents the University and the Office of Admissions to internal and external constituencies, and assists with admissions counseling as needed, to support the overall work of the office.

Due to the nature of the work, weekend and evening hours are required beyond normal work hours.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions The successful Events and Communications Manager will:

Plan and coordinate all aspects of admission events, including internal and external schedule development, facilities-use requests, developing and maintaining packet materials, communications to registrants, social media posts regarding event follow up.

Create and plan all new student communication campaigns in Jenzabar Recruitment Manager (CRM).Create and implement cohesive communication plans and consistent organizational messaging toward achievement of enrollment goals.

Ensure all messaging and branding are consistent and aligned with those of the University, and an integral part of institutional efforts.

Responsible for communications, campaigns, enrollment and attendance goals for each event with weekly reporting on all events with director and counselors.

Collaborate with Reinhardt community to execute events/tours, including, communications for registration and banners; dining services on menu selection and headcounts; faculty and academic deans on sessions and information event/meeting coverage; student life on session and information event coverage; performing arts and marketing staffs on sound, video, photos, recordings; and facilities and public safety.

Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of New Student Orientation events to support incoming students and facilitate a successful transition to campus.

Manage and oversee online and graduate student orientation programs, ensuring effective communication, organization, and delivery of orientation programming.

Direct and manage the work of the Reinhardt Captains, including recruitment, selection, training, scholarships, and incentives.

Provide exceptional customer service to prospective students, campus visitors and inquiries.

Create annual events and tour schedules/calendars for publication, and communicate to appropriate constituents using respective venues (website, personal invitations, email communications, etc.)Align Admission events with other institutional events and activities occurring on…