University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) is a non-profit, university-affiliated study abroad organization headquartered on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno. Since 1982, USAC has provided opportunities for students to gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in the global society of the 21st century. USAC sends students to study abroad in more than 50 programs around the world.

USAC’s success is a product of our staff, both in the US and abroad. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best and seek high-energy individuals who believe in the importance of international education and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, who is looking to work for an organization that values diversity.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Marketing and Communications Project Manager is responsible for coordinating the production of marketing campaigns, delegating tasks, and overseeing project execution. This person will have strong planning, leadership, and analytical skills.

POSITION TYPE and EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, exempt position and will be paid on a salary basis. Working hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and may fluctuate, or additional work hours may be required. Infrequently, weekend and evening work hours may also be required.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy-execution planning, task mapping, and project oversight – 75%

• Works with Advancement and Engagement team to plan and track the execution of communications and marketing strategies
• Oversees day-to-day project management to ensure all tasks are mapped out, delegated, and completed in a timely manner
• Serves as a resource and consultant to Central Office and international staff, which can include project-scope meetings, creating and maintaining procedural documentation, providing training sessions, scheduling, etc.
• Creates production schedules and content calendars, gathers all necessary details for internal marketing requests
• Confirms accuracy of program details and provides edits as needed
• Communicates with students and alumni for feedback and scheduling
• Implements email marketing and digital advertising strategies to drive enrollment and engage with prospective students
• Gathers competitive bids and manages vendor communications
• Works closely with vendors to ensure all marketing collateral is produced and distributed according to schedule and deadlines

Organization and reporting – 25%

• Updates third-party directories and maintains accuracy across all platforms
• Creates a system of existing-content organization for easy and intuitive access
• Manages archive of digital files and records on cloud server
• Develops and tracks benchmarks and KPIs, and reports regularly on conversions and progress toward goals
• Manages inventory of physical marketing collateral, swag, and other materials

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in business, management, marketing, or a related field
• PMP, CAPM, Six Sigma Green Belt certification or commensurate certification plus education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered
• Five years of experience in a project management role for a marketing or communications team

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and decision-making skills
• Experience with project management theory and best practices
• Strong analytical skills
• Good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Professional competency with Adobe Creative Cloud/Suite and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Professional competency with digital analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Working knowledge of email marketing platforms

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The duties of this job are mainly performed in a regular office environment with occasional small trips outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the building. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

BENEFITS

University Studies Abroad Consortium offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. On the first day of employment the employee is eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan. In addition, employees have the following paid leaves: sick, annual and 12 company holidays.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, the employment application, three references, and a cover letter summarizing why you think you would excel at this position through BambooHR.

Selection Procedure

Review of Application: After submission, the application will be reviewed to determine if it is complete and if the qualifications are met. It is essential that applications include detailed information regarding education and experience to enable evaluation of the application.

Interview Process: Only the most qualified applicants will be considered for an interview. The interview process may include an initial panel interview, followed by subsequent assessments, in order to determine suitability for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University Studies Abroad Consortium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity as a core value. We support equal access and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@usac.edu.