Admissions and Communications Manager – Leadership Jacksonville
Categories Communications Officer, Other
Expires Oct 31, 2025
Description
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary: The Admissions and Communications Manager owns the recruitment and selection process of all Leadership Jacksonville’s programs and leads the communication strategies for the organization. This position works with the Chief Executive Officer and LJ Team to recruit and select individuals to participate in all programs for youth and adults, and is responsible for the marketing efforts of the organization.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Program Recruitment and Admissions • Plan, deliver, document, evaluate, and manage recruitment for Youth Leadership Jacksonville, Young Professional Leadership Jacksonville, Leadership Jacksonville Flagship and New Leadership Summit to further LJ’s mission, vision and values. • Oversee the program recruitment process including inquiries, nominations, deadlines, and promotion for all programs, ensuring they are carried out effectively and efficiently in concert with LJ Team. • Spearhead a streamlined admissions efforts, and work with Program Team to modify applications on an annual basis. Secure alumni involvement at various stages of program recruitment and selection process, as the organization’s single largest alumni engagement strategy. Communications • Implement a comprehensive communications strategy across all platforms (website, email, social media, print). • Create and manage content that tells the Leadership Jacksonville story—spotlighting alumni, program highlights, and community impact. • Ensure consistent brand voice and visual identity across all channels and materials. • Coordinate media relations, press releases, and outreach to increase visibility. • Produce monthly e-newsletters, yearbook and marketing materials for programs and events. • Serve as primary point of contact with media and communication vendors. Alumni Engagement • Engage Leadership Jacksonville alumni through Leadership Connect, the annual Alumni Luncheon, and annual fundraiser (Celebration). • Lead annual alumni dues campaign each fiscal year. • Maintain and grow the alumni database, ensuring accurate and updated records in the organization’s CRM. • Collaborate with Program Team to keep alumni connected to current cohorts and opportunities. • Support other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. - Experience executing social media strategies and marketing campaigns. - Demonstrated ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders and partners. - Action-oriented, adaptable, and innovative approach to planning. - Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people. - Ability to work in a team environment both with staff and volunteers. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word), social media (LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram), interactive technology, and digital communication. - Experience with Constant Contact, Neon One CRM, Ninja Forms and Word Press. - Strong commitment to the Leadership Jacksonville mission.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, digital media, or equivalent relevant experience. - Minimum of four years’ experience with program admissions, building alumni support and participation, and/or implementing communications strategies across physical and virtual platforms.
Salary/Salary Range
~$60,000
How to Apply
Please email resume and cover letter to HR Consultant Betsy Giblin at bgiblin@dynamiccorp.com. Any direct inquiries to the LJ Team will be forwarded to Betsy for initial vetting.