Job Description:

About Brown:

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more.  To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.

About the Opportunity:

The mission of Brown University is to serve the community, the nation and the world by discovering, communicating and preserving knowledge and understanding in a spirit of free inquiry, and by educating and preparing students to discharge the offices of life with usefulness and reputation. The Office of College Admission supports this mission through the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of students that will embrace the rigorous yet flexible Open Curriculum and challenge each other intellectually while fostering a community centered around kindness and questioning.

 

The Office of College Admission thinks about how an applicants’ unique talents, accomplishments, energy, curiosity, perspective and identity might weave into the ever-changing tapestry that is Brown University. Grades, standardized test scores, essays, recommendations, independent work, the quality of the secondary school program and achievements outside the classroom are among the factors used to evaluate this promise, but no one of these measures is considered determinative. 

 
Responsibilities:

The Campus Visits and Events Manager is responsible for oversight of all events and the campus visit experience sponsored by the Office of College Admission. Events are conducted on-campus, off-campus, in-person, virtual and hybrid. This position will serve as the leader of all campus visit initiatives, including campus tours, information sessions, group travel consortiums, conferences, on-campus programming for high school students and counselors, admitted student days, staff training programs, and other special events. This position will oversee one full-time staff member and student employees. Additionally, this position works closely with admission staff who are assigned supportive roles within the daily visit program.  The Campus Visit and Events Manager collaborates with admission staff, university departments, and outside venues and vendors for program-related services. This position serves as a primary advisor to the Director of Communications and Outreach in matters and strategies regarding recruitment and yield.

Qualifications:
 

Education and Experience

• Required:  Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5+ years of experience in event planning, project management, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Required: Knowledge and understanding of meeting and event planning principles, requirements, procedures, and available resources.

• Required: 1+ year of supervisory experience

• Preferred: Experience in college admission or student services at a university

• Preferred: Slate Technolutions experience

 

Job Competencies

• Superior degree of professionalism, interpersonal, and oral/written communications skills

• Demonstrated skills in the areas of customer service and team-oriented project management (preferably in an academic or public service environment)

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to plan and implement short and long range goals

• Willingness and ability to work both independently and with groups

• Ability to perform complex tasks and prioritize multiple projects

• High attention to editorial and logistical detail

• Experience with Zoom webinar and hosting virtual events

• Independent decision-making skills and strong sense of judgment and discretion at all times

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with varied constituencies including admission office colleagues, students, parents, coaches, alumni, faculty, secondary school personnel and related community agencies

• Availability for weekend projects as needed

• Driver’s license

• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

 

Salary Grade:

10

Additional Information: 

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter. 

Brown University cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2024-10-24

Job Posting Title:

Campus Visit and Events Manager

Department:

College Admission

Grade:

Grade 10

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.