Coordinator of Recruitment and Strategic Communication
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Coordinator of Recruitment and Strategic Communication.
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
Deans Office Honors College
Employment Status
Full Time
Posting Close Date
July 10, 2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please send your resume and cover letter.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
The Coordinator of Recruitment and Strategic Communication directs all Honors College recruitment efforts and admissions processes, manages the Honors College communication plan and strategic outreach, and coordinates activities among the Honors College, the Office of Admissions, and other campus units. The Coordinator plans, coordinates, and participates in special events, services, and activities in service of the College’s recruitment goals.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities
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Directs all Honors College recruitment activities, representing the College at recruitment events on and off campus and promoting the College at community/junior colleges.
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Leads and trains the student recruitment team in collaboration with the Advisor for the Honors College Ambassadors.
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Leads all communications initiatives related to recruitment (development and design of promotional materials, website and social media content, outreach to high ability student populations, high school counselors, etc).
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Maintains, tracks, and analyzes Honors College recruitment data in the University’s enrollment management system.
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Coordinates and plans special recruitment events such as Black and Gold Day, Honors Day, Choose Honors, etc., collaborating with the Office of Admissions and other campus units as appropriate.
- Oversees Honors admissions processes, to include such activities as: developing application materials, preparing applications for review, coordinating review and decision-making processes, and planning yield activities for admitted students.
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Designs and executes workshops for prospective Honors students and for Honors reviewers.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in recruitment, public relations, marketing, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Valid driver’s license is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)
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Interest in student success and mentoring undergraduates
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Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak effectively and professionally to a variety of audiences and to present/explain information clearly
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Ability to work independently; demonstrating strong organizational skills, attention to detail, time management
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Ability to engage students and their families and to create and enhance their connection to the Honors College, the Institution, and to each other
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Strategic communications skills related to planning, design, and distribution of Honors College messaging
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Ability to work effectively as a team member, flexibility in problem-solving.
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Skill in working with diverse students to foster an inclusive community that recognizes the value of all people, regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, ability, or socioeconomic status
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Strong aptitude with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university; experience with college admissions and/or recruitment
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.
