Asst Dir - Communications Operations & Data

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont seeks an Assistant Director of Communications Operations & Data to lead data-driven recruitment and communications initiatives within Undergraduate Admissions. Responsibilities include supporting the Data Referral process, executing email campaigns through Slate Deliver, and overseeing online admissions decision letters.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 2–4 years’ related experience, strong oral and written communication, and experience with Slate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two to four years’ related experience required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills required.
• Slate experience required; knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide data-driven recruitment and communications support within Admissions.
• Support Data Referral process and email communications through Slate Deliver.
• Oversee development/maintenance of online admissions decision letters.
• Assist with vendor partnerships across enrollment funnel.
• Collaborate with Admissions and campus partners to improve recruitment and participate in Counselor on Duty rotation.
• Review undergraduate applications and manage geographic territories.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Multicultural competency

Diversity recruitment commitment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Slate

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database applications

HTML basics

Job description

Asst Dir - Communications Operations & Data

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Advertising/Posting Title Asst Dir - Communications Operations & Data

Posting Summary

The Assistant Director – Communications Operations & Data provides technical expertise and operational execution for data-driven recruitment and communications initiatives within the University of Vermont’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Responsibilities include supporting the Data Referral process, supporting the execution of email communication strategies through Slate Deliver, overseeing the development and maintenance of online admissions decision letters, and -supporting vendor partnerships in all stages of the enrollment funnel. The position collaborates with Admissions colleagues and campus partners to improve recruitment effectiveness and advance enrollment objectives. Additional responsibilities include undergraduate application review, geographic territory management, and participation in the Counselor on Duty rotation.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree and two to four years’ related experience required. Effective oral and written communication skills required. Slate experience required. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database applications. Experience with complex data sets. Demonstrated multicultural competency and a commitment to recruit a diverse student population.

Desirable Qualifications

Basic HTML

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $54,000 to $57,000

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Position

Union Position No

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/11/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled Yes

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title CommuncationsGeneralist PC2 X

Posting Number

Posting Number S6396PO

Department

Department Admissions/30200

Position Number

Position Number 00028042

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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