Recruitment and Marketing Specialist (Marketing and Communications Office) Johns Hopkins University

• 4.0 Baltimore, MD Job Details Full-time $47,355
• $82,820 a year 20 hours ago Qualifications Newsletters (communication methods) Full Job Description Affiliated Office Address Baltimore, MD, United States Requisition

ID 122321

Date Created August 25, 2026 Job Family Communications, Marketing & Events Job Subfamily Communications & Mktg Job Function Communications and Marketing Exempt Status Exempt Shift Type Full Time Schedule

M-F, 37.5

hrs wkly Worksite 02-

MD:

Mount Washington Campus Work Modality Hybrid:

On-site 60-89% of hours worked (

Ex:

3-4 out of 5 days/week) Reporting to the Director of Recruitment and Marketing in the Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering's Marketing and Communications Office, we are seeking a Recruitment and Marketing Specialist who will be the senior coordinator for recruitment and marketing initiatives for the school's full-time and part-time master's and doctoral programs, pre-college courses, and executive education offerings. The Recruitment and Marketing Specialist serves as the central project manager for recruitment initiatives, planning and coordinating conference participation, promoting and moderating virtual and in-person events, and supporting the development of marketing communications that advance recruitment goals. Working closely with recruiters and administrative staff, the specialist oversees the logistics for the school's participation in recruitment activities, ensuring successful execution from planning through completion. In addition to managing project and recruitment event logistics, the specialist collaborates with recruitment staff to support outreach efforts and represents the Whiting School's graduate programs at regional and national recruitment events. The Communications Specialist contributes to the integrated and comprehensive approach to brand building and provides communications support for a department, center, or program. Will write and produce printed and digital communications material. The Communications Specialist is responsible for the communication and marketing of events and partners with internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure engagement with the appropriate audience while maximizing visibility and recognition. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Serve as the primary writer and editor for printed materials related to the area, events, and activities. Perform a variety of research, writing, and digital production for communications vehicles. Write new material or contribute to a variety of communication media, e.g., website, proposals, summary reports, fact sheets, newsletters, marketing materials, correspondence, brochures. Conduct interviews and/or collect information to develop content for communication materials. Select visual assets to accompany written work. Coordinate, oversee, schedule, and make appropriate arrangements for production and distribution of communications materials. Serve as primary contact with vendors. Participate and contribute to planning and identifying content, theme, message, and tone. Implement project strategies and work plans developed by project leadership and support team in communicating, coordinating, completing, and disseminating project deliverables and tracking metrics. May manage and maintain social media accounts, newsletters, and/or website content. Support the planning and execution of webinars and other internal or external events. Develop internal and external communication materials for project promotion. Participate in high-level project team meetings and conference calls. Support the development of proposals or other documentation for new or continued funding as needed. Communicate challenges, requirements, and deadlines to team and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met. Other duties as assigned. In addition to the duties described above Develop and manage a year-round recruitment calendar that maximizes the recruitment and marketing team's effectiveness by coordinating event participation, tracking return on investment (ROI) and programmatic analytics, ensuring appropriate staffing for in-person and virtual initiatives, and providing visibility into team availability and priorities. Manage the logistics and execution of onsite recruitment events requiring collaboration across the school, including admissions, academic departments, and communications staff (e.g., open houses, admitted student events, and education fairs). Serve as the lead coordinator for a variety of marketing communications, including writing and updating print materials, producing email campaigns, developing and managing social media content to promote recruitment activities, and producing, promoting, and moderating year-round virtual information sessions for prospective students. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a related field. Two years of related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/ graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of SLATE or other marketing automation systems is highly desirable. Experience with Canva, MailChimp, and Constant Contact. Strong project management skills and experience with project management tools (e.g. JIRA, Asana). Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency Copywriting

• Developing Digital Communications
• Developing Project Coordination
• Intermediate Writing
• Intermediate The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title:

Communications Specialist Job Posting Title (Working Title): Recruitment and Marketing Specialist (Marketing and Communications Office)

Role/Level/Range:

ATP/03/PB

Starting Salary Range:

$47,355

• $82,820 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.

) Employee group:

Full Time Schedule:

M-F, 37.5

hrs wkly

FLSA Status:

Exempt Location:

Hybrid/Mount Washington Campus Department name: Corporate & Global Affairs Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:

JHU Equivalency Formula:

30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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