Communication and Project Coordinator

<br /> Communication and Project Coordinator <p></p> Position Number : <br /> 500693 <p></p> Vacancy Open to : <br /> All Candidates <p></p> Department : <br /> AAH Admissions <p></p> Department Homepage : <p></p> Advertising Department : <br /> ADMISSIONS <p></p> Division : <br /> Academic Affairs <p></p> Classification Title : <br /> Program Coordinator <p></p> Working Title : <br /> Communication and Project Coordinator <p></p> Number of Vacancies : <br /> 1 <p></p> Full Time Equivalent (FTE) : <br /> 1.0 <p></p> Full Time or Part Time : <br /> Full Time <p></p> Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.: <br /> $47,379-$84,187 <p></p> Position Location (City) : <br /> Greenville <p></p> Position Type: <br /> Non-Faculty <p></p> Job Category : <br /> Non-Faculty Professional <p></p> Be a Pirate!: <br /> Be a Pirate! <p></p> East Carolina University ( ECU ) is consistently ranked among the nations top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output. <p></p> Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C. , which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn. <p></p> ECUs commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the universitys leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits. <p></p> The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance. <p></p> Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit: <br /> Academic Affairs (AA) is headed by the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs who serves as the institutions Chief Academic Officer (CAO) and is responsible for administering academic policies. AA is comprised of each of the universitys colleges, schools, and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units, to include Learner Operations, Research, Innovation and Engagement, Institutional Planning, Assessment and Research, and Global Affairs. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECUs culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service, and regional transformation. <p></p> The Office of Undergraduate Admissions Office is the primary point of contact for a traditional first year student, transfer, or non-traditional adult student seeking admission to East Carolina University. The office is responsible for identifying and recruiting potential applicants with outstanding academic ability and potential and assisting in the application process to completion. <p></p> Primary Purpose of Position: <br /> The Admissions Communication &amp; Project Coordinator supports East Carolina Universitys enrollment goals by managing communication projects, coordinating message flow across platforms, and ensuring consistency and accuracy of messaging throughout the recruitment and admissions cycle. Reporting to the Associate Director for Campus Experiences, the Coordinator serves as the primary liaison between Undergraduate Admissions, University Marketing and Communications, and Information Technology to support communication strategy, content review and project execution. This position oversees communication planning, reviews admissions letters and recruitment materials, coordinates texting campaigns, monitors updates to digital resources, supports communication-related reporting, and ensures that information provided to prospective students remains accurate and timely. The Coordinator provides guidance to admissions staff on appropriate communication practices, tone, and standards and serves as a subject matter resource for communication-related initiatives. <p></p> Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: <br /> <br /> <ul><li> Bachelors degree </li><li> Exceptional oral and written communication skills </li><li> Experience working with a wide range of constituencies </li> </ul> <p></p> License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation : <br /> <br /> <ul><li> Valid Drivers License or obtained with 30 days of the date of hire. Must be maintained as a condition of employment </li><li> Ability to rent a vehicle </li> </ul> <p></p> Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: <br /> <br /> <ul><li> Bachelors in Communication, Marketing, or related field </li><li> Experience in Admissions or Higher Education </li><li> Exceptional organizational skills </li><li> Strong interpersonal communication skills </li><li> Knowledge of ECU programs and admissions policies </li><li> Technical experience with CRM </li> </ul> <p></p> Special Instructions to Applicant : <br /> East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online. <p></p> Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. <p></p> Two to three original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. <p></p> Additional Instructions to Applicant: <br /> In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable. <p></p> Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement. <p></p> Job Open Date : <br /> 07/29/2026 <p></p> Open Until Filled: <br /> No <p></p> Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.: <br /> 08/11/2026 <p></p> Initial Screening Begins : <br /> 08/12/2026 <p></p> Rank Level: <p></p> Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting : <p></p> Nondiscrimination Statement: <br /> East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. <p></p> Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA -Coordinator@ecu.edu . <p></p> Eligibility for Employment : <br /> Final candidates are subject to criminal &amp; sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. <p></p> Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity: <br /> If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST . <p></p>