Marketing Specialist

Job Details Job Location: WICHITA, KS 67213 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Job Category: Media - Journalism - Newspaper Friends University is seeking to fill the Marketing Specialist position in Wichita Kansas. An entry‑level position that supports the execution of the University’s recruitment, marketing communications, and campaigns. Working closely with the Enrollment Marketing Manager and the Marketing Coordinator & Analyst, the Specialist produces and deploys content that helps Friends University reach and engage prospective students and families. As a member of a small, collaborative team, this position works as a marketing generalist and contributes to projects beyond its primary area of focus as needed. Work hours average 40 to 45 hours per week and include occasional evening and/or weekend hours for recruitment events. Major Duties & Responsibilities Assist Enrollment Market Manager with implementing and deploying recruitment communication plans across email, social media, print, video, CRM, and the website. Build, schedule, and send communications, create supporting content, and help keep campaigns on schedule and on brand. Create written and social content that supports recruitment campaigns while adhering to University brand standards. Assist the Senior Designer with routine production needs and coordinate basic projects through completion. Work with print vendors on marketing collateral as directed by the Marketing Coordinator & Analyst. Benefits Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents. Qualifications Zero to two years of experience in marketing or communications (entry‑level). Knowledge of social media platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite preferred. Experience with mass email programs a plus. Bachelor’s degree required. Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills; ability to serve as a team player in a fast‑paced, goal‑oriented environment, and to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with special emphasis on writing for email, web, and social media. High degree of organization and attention to detail; ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner. Equal Opportunity Employer Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr FRIENDS UNIVERSITY