Campus Ambassador (Temporary)

Tailwind Group; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailwind Group is seeking a Campus Ambassador for the fall semester (September–December) to support our off-campus student housing presence in Iowa City. The role involves 8–10 hours per week with potential for extension based on performance and business need.

You will engage with student organizations, campus departments, and local businesses to drive awareness and referrals. The position offers a $14.00 per hour compensation, with responsibilities including marketing material creation, campus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, or related field.
• Experience in marketing, event planning, or student outreach preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong social media skills and content creation experience.
• Ability to engage diverse groups and generate leads.
• Positive, innovative problem-solving approach and professional conduct.
• Availability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with the university to drive awareness, partnerships, and referrals.
• Execute outreach marketing strategies including campus events and tabling.
• Engage directly with students to promote housing properties and brand.
• Develop and distribute marketing materials and social media content.
• Ensure materials are deployed effectively in the market.
• Perform market research on trends and competitor activity.
• Share insights with property management to enhance outreach.
• Track and report outreach efforts to generate leads and measure campaigns.
• Provide data-driven suggestions to improve future marketing strategies.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align outreach with goals.

Skills

Marketing

Communications

Public relations

Event planning

Lead generation

Social media

Education

High school diploma

Pursuing a degree in Marketing/Communications

Job description

Description

Tailwind Group is a top twenty owner and manager of off-campus student housing and brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry. We are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace culture that is second to none. We strive to fight for the highest possible good of the people that matter most, including our team members! Attracting and retaining the most talented and passionate individuals in our industry is an ongoing objective at Tailwind Group. We would love for you to join our team!

Job Type

Temporary

Campus Ambassador

Tailwind Group is a top twenty owner and manager of off-campus student housing and brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry. We are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace culture that is second to none. We strive to fight for the highest possible good of the people that matter most, including our team members! Attracting and retaining the most talented and passionate individuals in our industry is an ongoing objective at Tailwind Group. We would love for you to join our team!

This a temporary position for the fall semester (September - December), working 8-10 hours per week. There may be continued opportunities for a successful candidate, but no guarantee of consistent employment beyond the term of the role.

The compensation rate for this position is $14.00 per hour. This rate is determined by current market data based on the position requirements and complexities.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Establish and maintain relationships with the university by engaging with student organizations, university departments, and athletics to drive awareness, partnerships, and referrals.
• Execute various outreach marketing strategies including campus marketing, tabling at events such as housing fairs, participating in dorm/competitor storms, and performing outreach to local businesses.
• Directly engage with students to promote our student housing property and brand.
• Develop and distribute compelling marketing materials, including giveaway materials and social media content.
• Ensure that materials are effectively deployed within the market.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, assess competitor marketing activity, and understand student needs and preferences.
• Share insights with the property management team to enhance outreach efforts.
• Track, analyze, and report on outreach efforts to generate high-quality leads and measure campaign effectiveness.
• Make data-driven suggestions to improve future marketing strategies.
• Work closely with the marketing team to align outreach efforts with property goals and objectives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and working towards a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Experience in marketing, event planning, or student outreach is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a growing, fast-paced environment managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong social media skills including experience in content creation.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and connect with diverse groups and generate leads.
• Ability to have a positive and innovate approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to work nights and weekends based on event and campaign schedule.

To learn more about our core values, mission, and vision, check out: http://thetailwindgroup.com/.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship at this time. Tailwind Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.