Admission Visit And Event Manager

Since 1920, Mount St. Joseph University has provided an education that is based on interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional curricula emphasizing mission, values, integrity, and social responsibility. Faculty and staff deliver high-quality academics, hands-on experiential learning, and personalized attention to support student success. Join our award-winning team, recognized as a 'Best College to Work for,' and be part of a vibrant culture that places a premium on collaboration and belonging.

Purpose: This position will play a pivotal role in promoting and enhancing the reputation of Mount St. Joseph University (MSJ) by planning and executing a wide range of campus visits, information sessions, and other events. This individual will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of these events, from conception to execution, with a strong emphasis on creating memorable and meaningful experiences for prospective students and their families

Duties:

Event Planning and Execution:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of on-campus, off-campus, and virtual events, including campus tours, information sessions, and other events.
• Collaborate with academic departments, Admission team, and various stakeholders to create engaging and informative programs.
• Manage event logistics, including scheduling meetings with members of faculty, staff and athletic staff, space reservations, catering, audio-visual needs, etc.

Visitor Experience Enhancement:

• Develop creative and innovative strategies to enhance the visitor experience and promote a positive image of MSJ.
• Implement feedback mechanisms to continuously improve the quality of campus visits and events.
• Hire, train, and manage Campus Ambassador program members, work study students, and Admission Co-Op position.

Event Marketing and Promotion:

• Work closely with Admission Counselors and Marketing and Communications to promote events.
• Utilize various communication channels, including social media, email, and printed materials, to reach prospective students.

Budget Management:

• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines.
• Data Collection and Analysis:
• Collect and analyze data related to event attendance, visitor satisfaction, and other relevant metrics.
• Use data to make informed decisions and improvements to the event planning process.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure events are in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and University policies.
• Mitigate potential risks associated with events and visitors.

Primary Contacts: Vice President of Enrollment, Director of Admission, and Associate Director of Admission, Admission staff, prospective students and families, Academic Department Chairpersons and staff, Conlan Center and Student Affairs staff, current students, Business/Finance Division Staff, and other members of the University community.

Supervision Exercised: Campus Ambassadors, work-study students, and Admission Co-Op

Supervision Received: Works under general supervision where standard practices enable the employee to proceed independently on routine work, referring questionable cases to the Associate Director of Admission