(Hybrid) Coordinator of Corporate and Government Relations and Outreach - Government Relations and Strategic Affairs

The Office of Government Relations and Strategic Affairs at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Coordinator of Corporate and Government Relations and Outreach.

About the Opportunity

Under the direction of the Vice President of Government Relations and Strategic Affairs ("VP") and reporting to the Assistant Director of Corporate and Government Relations and Outreach ("Assistant Director") , the Coordinator of Corporate and Government Relations and Outreach ("Coordinator") will lead and assist with the strategic plan to engage government and community leaders, business and industry, alumni, and stakeholders in building relationships, event planning, and strategic projects and programs to fulfill the University's land-grant mission, including initiatives around economic development, research, and education. The Coordinator will also assist Enrollment Management with the recruitment of potential students, as well as other event and outreach activities. The role will identify and coordinate special recruitment and engagement efforts with these entities, and with other key groups such as Student Government Association, Mountaineer Parents Club and other interested groups and individuals.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Create and implement a strategic plan of outreach and engagement.
• Monitor and analyze event data that assists in event strategy and implementation. Develop and distribute charts and information as requested by government and corporate relations and event and recruitment teams.
• Assist the Regional Recruitment team as needed in the planning, execution and follow up for special events, as well as assistance as needed at recruitment and professional organization fairs, ambassador programs.
• Provide recruitment training and develop toolkits each semester for student organizations and WVU student ambassadors interested in recruiting.
• Assist with development and implementation of strategy for recruitment of students from the local (Morgantown) area.
• Develop and implement strategy for recruitment of students of WVU employees.
• Complete other projects and assignments at the request of the Vice President and Assistant Director.
• Communicate with constituents on a frequent basis to inform and educate about activities, programs and outreach efforts of the University, as well as reinforce the institution's mission and values.
• Throughout the summer months, assist with the New Student Orientation. Operate as directed by NSO lead, interact with Orientation Leaders, new students and parents.
• Develop and implement a strategy, in partnership with the Alumni Association, to engage young alumni in assisting with recruitment and outreach to prospective students in key markets.
• Assist with on-campus recruiting events including Discover WVU, Decide WVU, Distinguished Scholars, and Junior Preview, etc. Assist with twice-daily coverage of the Visitors Center by presenting and attending an admissions session where guests ask questions about the enrollment process at WVU.
• Assist with federal, state, and local relations, including, but not limited to, Legislative Session, Congressional Hearings, County Commission Meetings, and City Council Meetings.
• Provide strategic insight into current events and issues.
• Assist institutes and centers with special projects, such as public policy research.
• Assist Strategic Communications and Marketing teams with messaging and materials related to advancing the University's mission and vision.
• Travel as needed to participate in events, meetings, and sponsorships.
• Assist with monitoring various Outreach vanity accounts, responding promptly to family queries.
• Assist Visitors Center with presentations, tours and prospective student interactions as needed.
• Participate in and/or coordinate special programs, events and workshops as needed. These may include but are not limited to; receptions, alumni training events, counselor meetings, Meet WVU and other in-market events planned by WVU groups, held outside of regular business hours

• Bachelor's degree required.
• A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience involving.
  • Project Management
  • Data analysis and management
  • Event Planning
  • College Admissions/Recruiting
  • Sales/Customer Service
  • Leadership, team building
  • Alumni Engagement/Recruitment
• Preference given to those with experience with student recruitment or alumni relations.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to relate to the concerns of prospective student and parents and have the ability to counsel on those concerns. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required to advise students, parents and high school counselors regarding WVU admission requirements and to communicate attributes of programs and services offered.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, plan and oversee events.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of publication production, proper grammar, standard editing/proofreading procedures.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to gather and analyze data, create charts and spreadsheets to assist and inform event and recruitment strategy.
• Demonstrated understanding of the undergraduate curricular and co-curricular experience at WVU or another major, public institution of higher education located in a college town environment.
• Must be able to travel extensively (often overnight) and to work extended hours and weekends on short notice as needed. Must have demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop constructive relationships with prospective students and their families as well as high school counselors, teachers and principals.
• Must exhibit a positive attitude and demonstrated ability to work well with others.
• Ability to rapidly learn WVU admissions requirements, basic housing and financial aid requirements and regulations.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Physical capability to transport materials weighing an average of 25-40 pounds.
• Must be able to qualify for a university travel card (pass a credit check).

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid US driver's license

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.