We’re VCU – more than 300,000 strong. A mix of attitudes, styles and stories. There’s nowhere like this and no one like us. At VCU, we
exceed through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery – the hallmarks of the VCU experience.
Since its founding in
1937, the VCU Business School has built strong ties with the Richmond community and beyond. Offering 13 bachelor’s and 19 master’s degrees,
as well as three Ph.D. concentrations and seven certificate programs, we welcome nearly 4,000 students each year. The Brandcenter at VCU is
a multi-faceted center of excellence within VCU’s School of Business with a mission to educate and influence today’s brand leaders by using
creativity to solve business problems.
This isn’t business as usual. It’s innovation at work. We are unlike any business school
you’ve ever seen.
Join us. You can be unstoppable here.
Position Summary:
This key role will have the opportunity to
work alongside a new team building out an exciting and uncharted path for the Brandcenter. Therefore, the Brandcenter is inviting highly
motivated candidates to apply for the role of Program Manager to support the day-to-day management of the center’s Extension Programs. This
position reports to the Associate Director of Extension Programs in collaboration with the other members of the Brandcenter staff team
(including Enrollment, Communications, Operations and Student Affairs).
Typical Responsibilities:
Assist with the
implementation of Brandcenter’s Professional Development program (certificate-based programming which includes open enrollment courses, as
well as custom curriculums) and its MBA and Executive Master’s programs. Both of these programs are in a nascent stage, and the success of
the foundational elements will be key to the future of the programs.
Research, identify, and facilitate partnership
opportunities for recruitment, development, individual or custom courses, etc., and assist in developing and executing programs and related
support for instructors and program participants.
Execute and implement strategic recruitment initiatives for a defined
category related to Brandcenter’s pipeline and active recruitment of quality candidates coming into and out of our extension program
offerings, including but not limited to, analyzing recruitment data, evaluating applications, making enrollment recommendations, determining
eligibility, and presenting recommendations to final reviewers.
Develop and facilitate small-group presentations in order to
generate interest in programs as well as convert interested prospects/clients to registered/applied.
Develop and analyze
effective external communications and best practices with regard to marketing campaigns to attract and convert prospective students,
including outreach to the Brandcenter’s vibrant alumni community.
Act as a representative of the Brandcenter to domestic and
global business communities. This position may include travel for recruitment, special promotions, events, and event
management.
Participates as needed in special projects. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from
assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
A minimum of 2-4 years’
relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work autonomously and in a
team-based environment.
Ability to develop and maintain a comprehensive competitive analysis and
audit.
Ability to be a creative, collaborative problem solver.
Must have strong written and oral communication
skills and mature judgment.
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
Ability to plan,
organize, and monitor multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to take initiative.
Proven ability to
integrate ideas and concepts.
Highly developed organizational skills, and strict attention to
details.
Friendly, flexible, service-oriented manner.
Proven ability in public
speaking.
Ability and willingness to work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends as needed.
Ability to
define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and suggest/provide solutions.
Computer skills and
systems knowledge required.
Experience working in and fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment or the commitment to
do so as an employee at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree.
Two to four
years of business and/or administrative experience in a marketing and/or customer relations capacity.
Knowledge/experience of
the creative/advertising industry.
Prior experience in alumni relations and or development/fundraising.
One
year working with enterprise technology solutions such as Salesforce, Slate, Event Registration tools, Learning Management Systems (e.g.,
NovoEd, Canvas), or Customer Relationship Management systems.
Other Information:
Priority will be given to
candidates who submit their applications by December 7th, 2023.
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits
package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, retirement planning and savings
options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, generous tuition benefit, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant
opportunities for career development and advancement and more. Learn more about VCU’s benefits here: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/a-z-list-of-benefit
s/
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and
employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
Typical Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, and may
require periodic weekend and evening hours. This position is in-person at the Brandcenter in Richmond, VA.
The VCU Brandcenter is
committed to the growth and professional development of its team members and will provide opportunities to foster a culture of learning and
career development.
Salary Range: $55,000-65,000
Position Details
Department: Brandcenter – VCU Business School
Employment Type: UF – University Employee
FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
ORP Eligible: Yes
VCU Role/Title: Administrator series (Student Services job family)
Contact Information
Contact Name: Emma Barone
Contact Email: [email protected]
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