Manager, Marketing, Communications and Recruitment

Department: Arts-Office of the Dean
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph.

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General Purpose

The College of Arts is recruiting a Manager of Marketing, Communications, and Recruitment to increase program visibility and support student enrollment. The role leads integrated marketing and recruitment activities for undergraduate and graduate programs and reports to the Associate Dean, Academic, and the Associate Director, Finance and Operations.

The College of Arts offers diverse academic programs and a supportive learning environment. This position influences how future students discover the arts, choose programs, and navigate the application journey. The work has a visible impact on enrollment goals and the College’s broader strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver marketing strategies that highlight program strengths and raise awareness among prospective students.

• Manage digital and print communications, including campaigns, newsletters, brochures, and other printed materials.

• Oversee web and social channels and ensure content is accurate, accessible, and aligned with institutional priorities and brand standards.

• Lead recruitment planning, events, and outreach in collaboration with academic units and central recruitment.

• Represent the College at open houses, fairs, and off campus outreach activities.

• Provide advice to senior leadership on positioning, analytics, and communications opportunities.

• Supervise marketing, communications, and recruitment staff and student employees and coordinate faculty participation in recruitment activities.

• Use market research, competitor scans, and enrollment data to identify opportunities for program growth and student engagement.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree (Arts/Humanities preferred).

• Master's degree in one of the following areas is considered an asset: Arts/Humanities; Marketing Communications, or Public Relations with a strong Arts/Humanities emphasis; or a related field that combines strategic communications and academic program knowledge.

• Minimum three years of experience in marketing, communications, and recruitment.

• Strong strategic planning and project management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with academic units and senior leadership.

• Experience managing digital platforms and social media engagement.

• Knowledge of brand and accessibility standards.

• Leadership experience supervising teams and coordinating events.

Employee Type: Regular 
Position Number: 10251035 
Classification: P&M FT- Band 04    
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands 
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

*Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date:  01/26/2026  
Closing Date:  02/09/2026