Assistant Director, Honors Admissions and Marketing, Hybrid
University of Cincinnati
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Posted: 24-Jan-25
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Type: Full Time
Salary: 59,000-62,000
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Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
•Competitive salary of $59,000-62,000 based on education and experience
•Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
•Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
•Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
•Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
•Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
•Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
Internal Number: 98088
Job Overview This is a 2-year position, with the potential to become permanent. This position will support two offices in an 80:20 split between the University Honors Program and Hoffman Honors Scholars. Support admissions and marketing processes for the University Honors Program (UHP). Drive the University Honors Program’s current student recruitment, admissions processes, development of communications plans, and management of webpages and social media platforms. Manage the UHP Ambassador program. Support the Hoffman Honors Scholars (HHS) communications initiatives through various digital platforms and media development.
Essential Functions Marketing Communications • Manage day-to-day content on the University Honors Program and Hoffman Honors Scholars websites and social media platforms to improve external audience engagement and enhance prospective student marketing strategies and current student success. • Leverage university communication platforms to engage faculty, staff, and campus partners in active recruitment to support programmatic strategies. • Drive content creation to enhance engagement to strategic audiences in alignment with university and each programs’ strategic initiatives to improve student access, excellence, and retention. • Develop and revise admissions resources, promotional materials, and digital media. • Co-lead the media & design team of student assistants to develop communications solutions for the University Honors Program and Hoffman Honors Scholars.
Admissions Processes • Lead the transition application process for current UC students, which includes planning, communication, event coordination, review training, assessment, and strategic outreach. • Collaborate with the director to facilitate first-year, transfer, UCBA Honors admissions, and related recruitment efforts. • Present UHP and HHS program information during admissions events and trainings such as Open Houses, Admitted Bearcat Days, UHP Close-Ups, Travel Training, Counselor Fly-Ins and other similar opportunities. • Participate in admissions committees comprising associate and assistant directors from colleges and partners such as the New Student Enrollment Network and The College Board. • Cultivate relationships with college and program partners to support recruitment and program initiatives. Engage in outreach activities to strengthen the presence of the University Honors Program and Hoffman Honors Scholars within the university community. • Utilize student information systems such as Catalyst, Slate, CART, and the UHP Student Database to assist program operations.
Honors Ambassadors • Manage a team of up to 45 UHP Ambassadors, including recruitment, selection, and training to foster leadership and professional development. • Manage the Ambassador Leadership Team and facilitate the pre-approved experience. • Provide mentorship and support to the first-year ambassador student ambassadors. • Oversee ambassador engagement to support admissions, Gateway to University Honors classes, community events, and other opportunities.
First-Year Experience • Lead and develop the University Honors Program pre-sessions at Bearcats Bound Orientation. • Hire, train, and support two student assistants to support orientation sessions. • Coordinate with the Orientation and Admissions office staff to plan event logistics and communication to students and their guests. • Coordinate UHP staff participation and training for Bearcats Bound Orientation. • Develop presentations, activities, and materials for incoming students and their guests. • Teach HNRS1010: Gateway to University Honors. • Participate in the UHP First-Year Experience committee.
General Responsibilities • Conduct regular assessments of program activities, including the transition application process, ambassador involvement, and orientation participation. • Respond to program-related inquiries from current and prospective students, faculty, staff, and the general public. • Support the unit and the university’s visions, missions, values and strategic directions. • Maintain program files and archives, including electronic databases. • Serve on departmental and university committees as needed. • Collaborate with staff, faculty, and students to achieve department and program goals. • Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can change at any time. • Will require flexible work schedule to include some evenings and weekends.
Minimum Qualifications • Master’s Degree • Three (3) years of relevant experience in higher education, admissions, marketing, digital media, student affairs, or related areas • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Additional Qualifications Considered • Strong oral, written communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work with others collaboratively to find solutions. • Skills in Microsoft applications, particularly Excel and Powerpoint • Familiarity with design or communication tools like Adobe, Canva, Instagram, and LinkedIn • Flexible and adaptable. • Aptitude and desire for learning new software and programs. • Ability to manage multiple tasks at once and successfully prioritize responsibilities. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work independently and problem solve to meet task deadlines. • Demonstrated commitment to equity and student success.
Application Process Applicants must submit both a resume and a cover letter to be considered for this role.
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.
About the Department
The Office of Nationally Competitive Awards supports UC undergraduates, graduate students, and recent alumni interested in applying for major external fellowships. NCA fosters the intellectual and personal development of UC’s student-scholars by facilitating a rewarding application process that encourages them to engage in rigorous self-reflection, cultivate strong writing practices, and define meaningful connections among their perso...nal commitments, academic pursuits, and future goals. This office administers UC’s nomination processes for awards like Rhodes, Marshall, Fulbright, Truman, and Goldwater; it also provides support for major awards that do not require endorsement. The University of Cincinnati is a public, Carnegie Research I university serving 47,000 students.
