| Admissions and Events Coordinator Posting Details | POSTING INFORMATION | | Internal Title | Admissions and Events Coordinator | | Position Type | Classified | | Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration | Non-Faculty | | Pay Band | GEN08 | | Level | | | Department | Honors College | | Job Purpose | The Honors College Admissions and Events Coordinator, under the direction of the Director of Honors College Admissions, will assist in recruiting academically talented students to the College of Charleston. The position serves as an additional point person for admissions in the Honors College and will assist the Director in identifying prospects, encouraging their applications, and reviewing their application materials for membership eligibility in our top scholar program, the Charleston Fellows. Assist in the management of Honors College Admissions Events, which includes meeting with prospective students, their parents, and college counselors, Scholarship Interview Weekend, and Honors Experience Day, to spur interest in attending the College of Charleston and the Honors College. | | Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s degree, and a minimum of three years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience related to brand marketing, and the development, production and dissemination of web, digital and print material that highlights the institutional brand. Demonstrated ability to organize, manage and monitor projects to ensure consistency with the overall brand marketing strategies and initiatives. Significant editorial and production experience with web, print and digital media. Experience with and knowledge of all phases of the creative process. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. | | Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Knowledge and understanding of admissions strategies, and the importance of recruiting and retaining a community of highly motivated students. Knowledge of and experience with the planning and execution of well-organized and engaging events and student programming. Must possess the ability to cultivate relationships with key audience of prospective students. Successful candidate will have exceptional oral, written, and electronic communication skills and have experience in applications such as Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), Canva, and Salesforce or a similar CRM. Must possess independent judgment and initiative and be able to multitask and prioritize duties during key admissions cycles. Strong organization and time management skills are essential. | | Additional Comments Regarding Position | The employee must have strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and project-management skills and be able to work well with others in a team environment and under deadline pressure. Must be sensitive to the values and procedures of an academic institution. Some weekend and evening work will be required during peak admissions season. | | Special Instructions to Applicants | Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. *Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check. All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu. | | Salary | *$45,300 - 52,000 | | Posting Date | 06/16/2026 | | Closing Date | 07/06/2026 | | Benefits | - Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
- Retirement
- Long Term Disability
- Paid Holidays
- Free CARTA Bus Service
- Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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| | Open Until Filled | No | | Posting Number | 2026093 | | EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu. | | Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/18108 | Job Duties | Job Duties | | Activity | Assist the Director of Honors College Admissions with planning and management of the annual Honors College Scholarship Weekend. Assist with the management of the Honors College scholarship decision process which includes 1) communication with those involved in selection of students invited to the scholarship interview weekend, 2) planning and coordinating the scholarship interview weekend, 3) volunteer recruitment, 4) creation of scholarship packets, and 5) tracking of candidate decisions. | | Essential or Marginal | Essential | | Percent of Time | 20 | | Activity | Assist the Director of Honors College Admissions with the development, planning, and presentations at on-campus recruitment and yield events for Honors College prospective students. Serve as a representative of the College of Charleston and the Honors College to prospective students, their families, and school officials. Conduct Honors College information sessions and meet with prospective students and their families when they visit the College of Charleston. Assist in managing daily communication with prospective Honors College students and other strategic recruits for the College of Charleston. Assist in managing undergraduate volunteers in the Honors Ambassadors Program. | | Essential or Marginal | Essential | | Percent of Time | 40 | | Activity | Working with the Director of Honors College Admissions, aids in processing and evaluating applications, coordinates student workers and staff of the Honors College to ensure that all application materials for the Honors College are properly processed, and responds to email and voice messages received. | | Essential or Marginal | Essential | | Percent of Time | 20 | | Activity | Provide event support for the Honors College staff. Working with the Honors College staff, assist in the planning and execution of specialized programming for students in the Honors College. | | Essential or Marginal | Essential | | Percent of Time | 15 | | Activity | Develop and maintain an “insider’s knowledge” of the Honors College and serve as an integral member of the Honors College management team. Attend staff meetings and retreats. Contribute to strategic planning, budget management, and program development initiatives as requested. Participate in planning and implementation of key events and core activities in the Honors College. | | Essential or Marginal | Essential | | Percent of Time | 5 | |
