Communications and Marketing Manager

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Manhattan, KS 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $60K - $75K 💻 Marketing 🗓️ April 9th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

The College of Agriculture is hiring a Communications and Marketing Manager to lead a team of communication professionals in developing and executing strategic communication plans that support student recruitment, alumni relations, research, and stakeholder engagement. This role involves managing communications campaigns, overseeing vendor relationships, directing web and digital content, and collaborating with senior leadership to ensure alignment with university goals.

Highlights

Direct a communications team and develop strategic integrated communication plans for the College of Agriculture.
Lead marketing campaigns and measure their effectiveness using analytics and communication metrics.
Ensure all communications adhere to university brand standards and accessibility guidelines.
Manage content development for websites, promotional materials, social media, and digital assets.
Oversee vendor relationships and collaborate with graphic designers and department staff.
Conduct staff management duties including assignments, performance reviews, and professional development.
Required minimum: High school diploma (or equivalent) and seven years of relevant experience, plus a valid driver’s license.
Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in communications, experience in a marketing agency or university setting, proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, social media tools, SEO, and supervisory experience.
Compensation range is $60,000 to $75,000 annually.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and reside in the U.S. at the start of employment.