Temporary University Specialist

Office of Undergraduate Admissions

JOB SUMMARY

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions invites applications for a ten-month position to serve as the Kaplan Student Engagement Supervisor based on the UConn Storrs campus. Under the supervision of the Admissions Manager for International Recruitment, this position serves as a key liaison between UConn’s Admissions Office, the student community and Kaplan International, helping to showcase authentic student experiences through content creation, student storytelling, community engagement, and creator network coordination. The successful candidate will support content planning and production, recruit and coordinate student contributors, provide insight into student life and campus developments, and help build a diverse content library that supports international student recruitment and engagement efforts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a monthly student content calendar aligned with recruitment and engagement priorities.
• Create and coordinate student-focused content across a variety of formats, including short-form video, photography, student interviews, blogs, testimonials, and social media content.
• Plan content around key stages of the student journey and identified marketing priorities.
• Generate content across themes including, but not limited to:
  • Why UConn / Why Connecticut
  • Academic and subject-specific experiences
  • Employability, internships, and career outcomes
  • Student life and community
  • Offer-holder and admitted student engagement
  • UConn pathway opportunities
• Recruit, coordinate, and support a diverse network of student contributors representing different academic programs, campuses, nationalities, interests, and student experiences.
• Identify and elevate authentic student voices rather than serving as the sole content creator.
• Brief contributors on content requirements and organize content collection activities and shoots.
• Assist with onboarding and training student contributors to ensure content aligns with institutional goals and brand standards.
• Capture and coordinate coverage of student events, traditions, clubs, athletics, celebrations, and campus experiences.
• Identify opportunities to feature student organizations and communities through content initiatives.
• Recruit students to support one-off event coverage and special projects.
• Identify opportunities to engage graduate student contributors on a project basis, coordinating content that highlights research opportunities, faculty expertise, career outcomes, internships, industry connections, professional networks, and the graduate student experience.
• Serve as a connection point between the student community and marketing teams, providing insights into trends, activities, and opportunities for storytelling.
• Maintain and organize UConn’s student content library, including photo, video, and testimonial assets.
• Ensure content is properly catalogued and accessible for future marketing and recruitment campaigns.
• Help build a sustainable repository of student-generated content for use across global and regional marketing initiatives.
• Provide feedback and insights from the student community on social media, communications, student experience, and engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Kaplan, and campus partners to support strategic marketing objectives.
• Assist with the measurement and evaluation of content performance and contributor activity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. One year of related experience in higher or secondary education, marketing, or related field.
3. Experience with utilizing technology in a professional setting.
4. Experience with digital and print marketing and development of social media engagement and outreach plans.
5. Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
6. Willingness to have flexible work schedule and irregular hours.
7. Demonstrated ability for accuracy and attention to detail.
8. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
9. Demonstrated ability to problem solve.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrated experience working with international audiences in a work or outreach setting.
2. Experience working in organizations committed to diversity.
3. Fluency in speaking and/or literacy of multiple languages.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The expected rate for this work is $25 hourly (maximum salary of $38,500). An offer of employment, if made, will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s skill and experience, as determined by the University. 

For more information about benefits and other offerings available to you, we encourage you to review the Human Resources website and explore the sections under the Benefits & Leaves header at the top of the page.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a ten-month temporary position from early January through early October 2027 with a rotating schedule that includes open and closing shifts, weekends, evenings, and holidays. Limited travel between campuses may be required.

TO APPLY

For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references including name, title, phone, and email addresses via PageUp at: Search 493625 – Kaplan Student Engagement Supervisor.  Applicants who do not submit all the requested documentation will not be considered further in the application process.

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.

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