Purdue University
Project Manager (Communications Operations)
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Purdue University is hiring a Project Manager for the Office of Enrollment Management Strategic Communications and Initiatives. The role involves overseeing the execution and delivery of high-volume recruitment communications, managing timelines and resources, and coordinating with directors, strategists, and campus partners to ensure communications align with enrollment priorities.
Highlights
- Oversee sequencing, execution, and delivery of recruitment communications for Enrollment Management.
- Manage project timelines, resources, and send calendar to avoid production delays.
- Collaborate with campus stakeholders, directors, strategists, and internal communications teams.
- Maintain accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with Enrollment Management goals.
- Required skills: strong organizational skills, time management, professional communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience: 2-3 years in project management or communications operations, managing multiple projects concurrently.
- Preferred knowledge: CRM platforms like Slate or Salesforce, and project management methodologies (Agile, hybrid, or waterfall).
- Compensation range: $56,000 to $60,000 annually, with final offer based on experience and factors like internal equity.
- Educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Team supports undergraduate recruitment and enrollment communications across campus.
Project Manager (Communications Operations) Full Description
Job Summary
As a Project Manager in the Office of Enrollment Management Strategic Communications and Initiatives, you will play a central role in delivering Purdue’s student recruitment and enrollment strategy while supporting campus-wide communications. In this position, you will oversee the execution, sequencing, and delivery of high‑volume recruitment communications across Enrollment Management, with a primary emphasis on Admissions and college partners.
You will guide projects from intake through final delivery by maintaining the send calendar, managing timelines and resources, and proactively addressing production bottlenecks. Working closely with directors, strategists, campus stakeholders, and internal communications team members, you will ensure communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with Enrollment Management priorities. This role is rooted in operational excellence, demanding strong attention to detail, clear workload visibility, and disciplined timeline management in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with two days per week expected on campus.
The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $56,000 to $60,000. The final salary offer will be determined based on various factors, including internal equity, available budget, and relevant experience.
What We Are Looking For :
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience
- Two to three (2-3) years of project management, communications operations, or related administrative experience
- Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
Skills needed:
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Extreme attention to detail
- Ability to manage high-volume workflow with attention to detail
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Ability to balance competing priorities and adjust timelines as needed
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach
What is helpful:
- Experience working in higher education or Enrollment Management environments
- Experience working with creative teams, communications plans, etc.
- Familiarity with CRM platforms (e.g., Slate, Salesforce, etc.)
- Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, hybrid, or waterfall)
What We Want You To Know:
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for over-time)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
All applications must be held the first 5 business days due to our Equal Opportunity Employment policy
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for over-time)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
All applications must be held the first 5 business days due to our Equal Opportunity Employment policy
Career Stream
Professional 2
Pay Band S065
Job Code #20003009
Pay Band S065
Job Code #20003009
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
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Who We Are at Purdue University :
We are committed to making Purdue’s world-class education affordable, accessible and valuable to Boilermakers and their families. We know that a college degree is an investment, and many families make this big decision together.
We are committed to making Purdue’s world-class education affordable, accessible and valuable to Boilermakers and their families. We know that a college degree is an investment, and many families make this big decision together.
About Our Team:
Enrollment Management Strategic Communications & Initiatives is the central communications hub for undergraduate recruitment and enrollment. We connect students to Purdue through coordinated, student focused messaging that reflects the strengths and experiences of our colleges, partnering across campus to support enrollment at scale.
Enrollment Management Strategic Communications & Initiatives is the central communications hub for undergraduate recruitment and enrollment. We connect students to Purdue through coordinated, student focused messaging that reflects the strengths and experiences of our colleges, partnering across campus to support enrollment at scale.
EOE
Purdue University is an EOE employer.
Purdue University is an EOE employer.
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