Job Details

Enrollment and Marketing Manager

Position Number: 6982593
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

Enrollment and Marketing Manager

Requisition Number: 70310
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 29-Mar-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Enrollment and Marketing Manager serves as the primary recruiter for in-person graduate programs in the Department of Environmental Studies (ENVS), which includes the Master of Science (MS), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), and professional Masters of the Environment (MENV) degree programs. This University Staff member is responsible for managing the operations of student recruitment and enrollment, as well as departmental marketing and communications. Additionally, the individual in this role manages a team of graduate student assistants. The Enrollment and Marketing Manager sits within the MENV professional master's program but supports efforts across the department.Department of Environmental Studies: The Department of Environmental Studies (ENVS) at the University of Colorado Boulder is a hub for facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration in environment and sustainability. The department nurtures interdisciplinary academic training for undergraduate and graduate students, provides guidance for students with career aspirations in environment and sustainability venues, promotes diverse professional education experiences, fosters fundamental and applied research, forms meaningful connections with communities beyond the university, and integrates innovative, interdisciplinary programs unified by the themes of environmental research. ENVS offers both research-based and professional graduate programs.Masters of the Environment Graduate Program: The Masters of the Environment (MENV) Graduate Program in the University of Colorado Boulder's Department of Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary professional master's degree that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to address complex environmental challenges. The MENV program prepares students to become leaders in a wide range of careers in the environment, energy, natural resources, food systems, urban resilience, and sustainability. MENV is distinct from research-based graduate programs (i.e., MS and PhD) in its focus on preparing students for professional environmental and sustainability careers in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. The program is cohort-based and intensive, including both demanding coursework and a year-long group capstone project with an external partner organization. In addition to a core curriculum focused on environmental science, students in the program are required to choose a subject-matter specialization track. These include Environmental & Natural Resources Policy, Renewable & Sustainable Energy, Sustainability in the Outdoor Industry, and Sustainable Food Systems, and Urban Resilience & Sustainability.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Masters of the Environment Graduate Program is an interdisciplinary, applications-focused professional master's degree designed to meet the growing demand for analytically trained and skilled environmental professionals who can address the complex problems encountered in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. We prepare our students to become leaders in a wide range of industries, including conservation, consulting, energy, natural resources, planning, policy, sustainability, and more.For more information, please see: https://www.colorado.edu/menv/about.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Student Recruitment

Support the Director of Departmental Administration with prioritizing graduate student (MS/PhD and MENV) recruitment and admissions efforts.
Develop an annual recruitment plan in collaboration with departmental leadership.
Identify and manage relationships with external entities for recruitment purposes, including other universities, and private, public, and non-profit sector organizations.
Plan and manage day-to-day student recruitment operations, including prospective student communications (phone calls, emails, in-person meetings).
Respond to prospective student inquiries and send prospective students program information.
Plan, coordinate, and run in-person, on-campus recruitment and networking events, including the fall open house, on-campus information sessions, campus tours and visits, and admitted students' events.
Plan, coordinate, and lead virtual recruitment and networking events, including information sessions and admitted students' events.
Organize and run external recruitment events, including graduate school fairs and information sessions with other universities, professional associations, and external partners.
Liaise with CU offices (e.g., registrar, bursar, financial aid, etc.) to support departmental student recruitment efforts.
Collaborate with the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School, and the Office of Admissions to update departmental applications and due dates.
Lead the administration of graduate recruitment with the faculty admissions committees and department support staff throughout the entire process.
Identify new opportunities for recruitment at local, regional, national, and international levels.
Manage student recruitment efforts to help create a program and culture that appeals to a diverse pool of applicants and removes biases from the admissions process.
Advise faculty admissions committee chairs on potential or actual problems with graduate application processes and recommend solutions to enhance the recruitment process.
Organize graduate applications and assist with training faculty on the Slate application management system and supporting in admissions committee management for an efficient admissions process.
Develop and implement processes to meet the needs of the department's admissions protocols, including systems to assist in analyzing and evaluating relevant data of the applicant pool.
Track electronic application files in Slate through faculty review and the admission process.
Work with admissions committee members to decide on and disseminate programmatic funding to incoming students.
Send and manage official admissions decisions, including visit day invite, admitted, waitlisted, and deferred students, and associated correspondence in a timely manner.
Determine and implement schedules and itineraries for graduate applicant recruitment visits to campus that are aligned with campus regulations and meet departmental budget requirements; develop and disseminate visit itineraries and webpages for recruits with faculty and current graduate students.
Work with the Assistant Director of Graduate Student Success and the Graduate Academic Advisor to ensure admitted students are fully supported between their admission to the program and the first day of classes.
Work with relevant faculty and staff to support student retention efforts as needed (making them aware of resources, services, etc.).

Marketing and Communications

Develop annual marketing and communications plans in collaboration with departmental leadership.
Use new and emerging technologies to effectively and efficiently market the departmental graduate program and communicate with prospective students
Manage all external marketing and communications channels, including the websites, email campaigns, and social media.
Maintain relationships with external marketing/advertising vendor(s) and provide feedback for campaign optimization.
Work closely with the Director of Department Administration, CU Strategic Relations and Communications, and external marketing vendors to effectively showcase departments/programs across various media.
Develop, deploy, and handle all prospective student communications in collaboration with departmental faculty and staff and marketing vendor(s).
Coordinate closely with the College of Arts and Sciences and/or Graduate School staff to develop a comprehensive communication strategy for prospective students.
Work with other CU units, including the International Admissions, Veteran and Military Affairs, Center for Inclusion and Social Change, to effectively market the program to diverse audiences.
Develop and track print and electronic marketing materials.
Ensure marketing materials reflect the program's values.
Review the webpages and compare them with those of other departments on campus and peer institutions. Evaluate content scope and ease of use by domestic and international students. Work with associated faculty to update webpages for recruitment.
Track key performance metrics, solicit feedback from key collaborators, and evaluate the success of recruitment and admissions efforts year-over-year.

Internal Administration

Lead and track marketing and recruitment budgets and expenditures.
Identify challenges, weaknesses, and trouble spots and make recommendations to the Director of Department Administration and/or Graduate Studies Chair for program growth and improvement, including new policies, resolutions, strategic planning, and other innovations with a specific commitment to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusiveness.
Collaborate with staff and faculty across units to plan events for current students, staff, and faculty.
Participate in staff development activities, including appropriate university workshops, conferences, and programs, and state and national professional organizations.
Assist faculty and staff with other activities on an as-needed basis.

Training and Supervision

Hire, train, manage, mentor, and evaluate a small team of student employees who support marketing and recruitment activities.
Collaborate with TA/RAs within the department to facilitate ongoing advancement initiatives, event planning, and other department goals.

Other

Other duties as assigned that support the department's enrollment and marketing operations.

What You Should Know

Work Schedule and Modality

Standard Business Hours and Days: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time) | Monday - Friday
Hybrid Schedule: At least 2+ days per week are required to be in-person.
This can be subject to change based on the business needs of the department, per University and College policies and guidelines.
Examples can include special events, busy times in a semester, training, etc.
Employee may be expected to be on campus Monday-Friday during onboarding, training, and/or professional development events/meetings.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary range for this position is $62,400-$70,200 annually.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

Bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental management, business, marketing/communications, higher education, or a closely related field.
3+ years of professional experience in areas such as operations, marketing/communications, academic program coordination, or related higher education administration.

What You Will Need

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva.
Skilled in managing marketing and communications campaigns.
Proficient in Slate admissions and enrollment software.
Strong event management skills.
Outstanding leadership and organizational skills.
Skills using a variety of social media platforms.
Ability to enforce policies and procedures.
Ability to work independently and on a team.
Interest in and ability to support and encourage a diverse and inclusive learning and professional environment.
Outstanding team leadership skills.
Effective employee supervision skills.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by March 29, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Enrollment-and-Marketing-Manager/70310