Marketing and Communication Specialist I

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies (GSCS) amplifies Rice University’s academic excellence and outreach through lifelong personal and professional offerings that empower individuals and organizations, foster community, and promote the common good in Houston and beyond.

JOB DESCRIPTION The Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies (GSCS) amplifies Rice University’s academic excellence and outreach through lifelong personal and professional offerings that empower individuals and organizations, foster community, and promote the common good in Houston and beyond.

The Marketing & Communications Specialist for GSCS reports to the Executive Director of Operations and is responsible for the development and implementation of communication and marketing activities, enabling programs, services, events and/or products to meet organizational objectives. Working closely with the marketing team to develop and execute the marketing campaigns, the incumbent will plan and advise the marketing team on best practices associated with marketing activities, email marketing, and lead data management.

This position offers a flexible work schedule (minimum of two days in the office per week) upon successful completion of the probationary period. This position requires U.S. work authorization.

All interested applicants must attach a cover letter and a resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application in a PDF format. Please note that the applicant tracking system does not convert attachments in Word format successfully.

Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of marketing processes. Experience managing all marketing activities is highly desired.

Hybrid position: “This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. [Insert hybrid schedule]. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.”

Annual salary $49,187 - $58,000

• Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Communications or related field and 2+ years of experience

In lieu of the educational requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis may be substituted.

• Excellent writing and communication skill
• Knowledge of the web, technology, social platforms, current and future trend
• Demonstrated problem solver
• Ability to work independently to meet expected deadlines and schedules
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of marketing automation platforms (e.g., Hub Spot)
• Understanding of website metrics and best practices
• Knowledge of and familiarity with desktop publishing, Adobe Creative Suite software, search engine optimization (SEO), content management systems (CMS), and customer relationship management systems (CRM)
• Outstanding judgment and work ethic
• Ability to work collaboratively and build consensus
• Knowledge of lead nurturing and lead scoring process

• Experience in a university environment
• Experience in a large nonprofit organization
• Experience with email marketing, social media marketing, PR, and reporting
• Experience with Content Management Systems (Drupal preferred, but not required)
• Experience with project management software such as
• Experience developing, implementing, and analyzing results of integrated marketing campaigns
• Experience with multiple program delivery platforms (face-to-face, online, hybrid)
• Experience in creating and delivering presentations to various stakeholders