Program Support Strategist #DS9938

Oklahoma State University; Okmulgee, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University seeks a Program Support Strategist in the School of Engineering & Construction Technologies to strengthen recruitment, retention and promotional initiatives. You will develop promotional content and presentations, collaborate with diverse audiences, and coordinate outreach across internal and external partners.

Work schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Ethical and professional behavior demonstrated.
• Experience in public relations, sales, marketing and/or promotions.
• Higher education experience preferred.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license. Class A CDL driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic engagement in recruitment, retention, and promotions.
• Develop and deliver promotional content, presentations and other materials for diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with internal and external constituents to ensure deliverables.
• Manage data from information systems and support data-driven decisions.
• Coordinate outreach activities across multiple venues.

Skills

Recruitment & retention

Promotional content

Public relations

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Campus

OSU-Institute of Technology

Contact Name & Email

Paula Harrold, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$42000 - $45000

Salary

About this Position

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The School of Engineering & Construction Technologies Program Support Strategist strengthens and enhances the School, the success of its students, offerings and extramural linkages through strategic engagement in recruitment, retention, promotional, extramural and support-focused activities.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university. Candidates with alternate combinations of credentials and/or experience may be considered.

Experience:

• Evidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with and serving diverse constituencies.
• Formal experience in public relations, sales, marketing and/or promotions.
• Work experience in higher education or similar environment highly preferred.
• Experience working with a range of audiences.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license. Class A CDL driver’s license required.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of current student recruitment and retention best practices.
• Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with other internal and external constituents to ensure deliverables are met.
• Ability to develop and deliver promotional content, presentations and other materials for a variety of audiences and multiple venues using both electronic and print means.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude, professional appearance and demeanor.
• Flexible, creative and self-motivated; able to plan, organize and fulfill complex activities and initiatives.
• Able to continuously improve processes and practices, and quickly grasp and apply new skills and methods to existing and emergent issues.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of work, initiative, commitment, ethics, professional responsibility and judgment in a deadline-drive environment.
• Knowledge of and experience in working with a range of communications and work productivity technologies.
• Ability to manage data from and in a range of information systems.
• Ability to effectively recognize and constructively resolve complex problems.
• Customer-service driven and able to work with, and respond constructively to, various internal and external constituencies.
• Ability to work effectively with and promote distinct populations.

Communication Skills:

• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and presentation skills, and be able to interact effectively with individuals representing different backgrounds, as well as recognize and resolve conflict.
• Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to stakeholder needs.