Who we are

Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and IBM's Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!

Job Summary

Rensselaer seeks candidates with a passion for Higher Education to serve as Content Marketing Manager. This position is responsible for developing and executing digital-first, high-quality content that elevates RPI’s brand and engages key audiences. This role focuses on content creation, multimedia storytelling, and content optimization, ensuring that it aligns with RPI’s strategic goals. The Content Marketing Manager will leverage AI tools, SEO best practices, analytics, and audience insights to continuously refine content strategies for maximum impact.
This position reports to the Associate Vice President, Marketing and Communications in the Office of Community Engagement and Communications (OCEC).

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a multi-channel content strategy that aligns with RPI’s strategic priorities
• Create high-quality, engaging content for multiple channels, including web, digital campaigns, and multimedia platforms
• Ensure all content supports SEO best practices, accessibility standards, and audience engagement goals
• Conduct keyword research and apply SEO strategies to enhance search visibility and organic traffic
• Optimize digital content for search, social media, and user experience, ensuring maximum engagement and discoverability
• Track SEO performance and adjust content strategies based on analytics insights
• Utilize AI-driven tools to assist in content creation, ensuring quality through human editing and strategic refinement
• Experiment with emerging AI capabilities to enhance content efficiency while maintaining brand voice and quality
• Use data-driven insights to measure the effectiveness of content and optimize engagement
• Work cross-functionally with the Marketing Manager, Senior Visual Designer, and other teams to ensure consistent messaging and cohesive campaigns

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
• Five (5) or more years of experience in content marketing, digital media, or multimedia storytelling
• Strong expertise in SEO, content strategy, and digital engagement tactics
• Experience with content management systems and AI content tools
  
  Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to analyze content performance data and optimize strategy accordingly
• Strong digital-first writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Shift

Business Hours: Monday - Friday

Travel

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $70,000 - $90,000 per year 

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. 

Job Summary

The Director of Marketing and Community Engagement manages the Institution's athletic marketing programs and collaborates with Institutional staff on annual signature events (i.e. Homecoming & Reunion, Family Weekend, etc.). The Director is responsible for both print and digital marketing campaigns that support revenue generation and publicity across all 23 RPI Athletics teams. Additionally, the Director manages the game-day event operations for all home football and hockey contests.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in a related area.

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Requires strong organizational skills.
• Requires excellent interpersonal skills
• Requires strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data.
• Requires ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.
• Requires ability to work with a diverse population.
• Requires strong computer skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to manage details.
• Possesses and demonstrates skills to fostering positive relationships, teamwork, and cooperation.
• Ability to work irregular hours including weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge and prior experience with media advertising including digital graphic design.

Representative Job Duties

• Develop overall Athletics marketing strategies, including individual varsity programs, strategic objectives, and goals with the Assistant Athletic Director, Communications to ensure Office of Community Engagement and Communications standards are maintained and enhance overall fan experience. Provide recommendations for continuous improvement and effectiveness of marketing strategies. 
• Serve as the primary contact for annual Institute signature events. Collaborate with the Director of Athletics and Institute for Advancement on event needs. Serve as the on-site athletics representative for the event.
• Serve as the primary contact for home football and hockey contests and as the onsite event coordinator managing in-game production and special events for both sports. Serve as the Athletic Department representative at select sporting and community events. - 
• Manage and evaluate the design, development, and branding of projects within athletic facilities. 
• Collaborate with RPITV, ESPN+, and any other streaming or broadcast partner to ensure the quality of production meets the standards set forth by the conference and the league. Increase and maximize visibility of events through use of TV, radio, Internet, billboard signage, and print publications, ensuring institute-wide adherence to policy and standards. 
• Serve as the athletic department contact and enhance community relations to generate enthusiasm and publicity for RPI Athletics (i.e. Chamber of Commerce, Big Brother/Big Sister, Boy/Girls Scouts). 
• Increase ticket revenue through marketing initiatives and collaborations with the Director of Ticket and Revenue Generation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

Non Standard Shift: Non-standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays as required to support athletic events and Institute activities.

Travel

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $62,355

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and IBM's Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!

Job Summary

The Media Relations Manager is one of RPI’s chief storytellers with a proven expertise in brand storytelling and strategic media relations. The media relations manager plays a critical role in raising awareness of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as an esteemed institution of academic excellence, groundbreaking research and global community influence and impact. The media relations manager will produce and disseminate relevant and engaging stories that advance the Institute in top tier national consumer media outlets and scholarly publications, and across all Institute storytelling channels.

Responsibilities Include:

• Partner with OCEC leadership and university PR firm on PR strategy
• Function as an inhouse journalist and write/develop stories to advance the reputation of RPI
• Cultivate and maintain productive relationships with top tier media on behalf of RPI
• Manage editorial calendar
• Partner with OCEC leadership, academic deans and center directors and department heads to identify and develop and pitch news stories
• Develop media results reports
• Oversee media monitoring tools

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in journalism, mass communications, or public relations degree from a journalism program
• Five (5) or more years of professional media relations experience 

Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years+ of experience working in a newsroom as a reporter is ideal
• Experience in higher education

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated sound editorial judgement
• Must possess a passion for higher education and the intellectual ability to digest and create stories from complex STEM-related content
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills and fluency in AP writing style
• Ability to use independent judgment and to gather, manage and impart information to the media and various other internal and external audiences
• Possess a strong nose for news and impeccable writing talent
• Comfort level interacting with members of the media and senior level officials

Shift

Business Hours: Monday - Friday, evenings or weekends may be required on occasion.

Travel

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $70,000 - $90,000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. 

Job Summary

The Operations Manager for the Student Health Center serves as a member of the leadership team for Student Health & Wellness, managing all operational aspects of the Student Health and Counseling Centers and advising the Associate Vice Provost for Health and Wellness, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

The Manager of Operations oversees departmental systems and communications, manages student health and dental insurance programs, leads quality improvement efforts, ensures compliance with accreditation standards and state and federal regulations, and monitors the department budget. In addition, the Manager directly supervises the front office and support staff for the department to ensure quality services are provided to students, parents, and internal stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, healthcare administration, health information technology, business, or related field
• Five (5) or more years operational and supervisory experience in a healthcare related industry, or similar

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health, healthcare administration, health information technology, business, or related field
• Experience in the following is preferred:
  • Practice management in a healthcare setting
  • Electronic health record management
  • Health insurance industry 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to learn computerized health information systems
• Ability to analyze and interpret reports, documents and statistical data
• Ability to perform budget reporting and forecasting, as well as account reconciliation
• Knowledge of financial software, including spreadsheet, database, and data warehouse
• applications
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and diverse environment, and with diverse constituents

Representative Job Duties

• Coordinate the utilization of Student Health Center (SHC) electronic medical record system (PyraMed), and all related hardware and software applications. This will include: configuring the system for users; training staff; developing custom queries to support clinical and administrative data analysis; facilitating system upgrades; and assuring that connections to on- and off-site databases are functional. 
• Serve as primary point of contact for student and parental concerns, serving as a patient advocate. Maintain an empathetic and understanding approach to student and parent concerns while accurately communicating policy.
• Update and maintain departmental social media and website to ensure accurate information is provided for all Health and Counseling Center users. Train other staff on the effective use of these platforms. 
• Participate in new student orientation, current student events, and other activities designed to communicate Student Health and Wellness policies and services to students and prospective students. 
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and manage databases to ensure accurate health and dental insurance plan enrollment, claims, and payment data. Work with Procurement and insurance companies/brokers to establish specifications for health and dental insurance plans based on student need and quoted premiums. 
• Provide supervision, direction and guidance to operations staff, including commendations and discipline; make and support recommendations for hiring and promotions; oversee the recruitment and selection of staff to assist in attainment of goals and objectives; carry out human resource functions for direct reports including hiring, evaluating, training, developing, supporting, coaching, and when necessary, counseling and initiating disciplinary actions; review and approve payroll information and personnel transactions in accordance with established policies and deadlines.
• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement strategies and initiatives across all health operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory standards. This will include establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), conducting university-wide health and wellness surveys and recommending areas for improvement to department leadership.
• Oversee all aspects of student compliance with state and federal healthcare and immunization requirements. Coordinate with New York State systems to report on compliance with state regulations.
• Oversee AAAHC accreditation compliance which includes, but is not limited to, maintaining compliance related documentation; monitoring updates in standards and alerting SHW leadership to changes needed to maintain compliance; and coordinating accreditation site visits.
• Use OAS to track budget and spending in the Student Health Center. In collaboration with the Senior Business Manager for Student Experience, provide forecasted financial information and the final operating budget for Student Health & Wellness.

Shift

Business Hours with weekends and/or evenings occasionally required

Travel

Driving

No Driving

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $72,000 - $77,000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. 

Job Summary

The Program Manager, Supplementary Education has primary responsibility for providing learning support services for students. The Manager will oversee, develop, train, monitor, and supervise comprehensive academic support programs including peer tutoring programs and teaching assistant (during the summer). In collaboration with campus constituents, the Program Manager will develop and support Institute-wide learning initiatives and support programs and activities. The Program Manager will participate in Student Success Center functions and be responsible for creating reports and materials for external audiences, maintenance of the website, and support office communications, marketing, and social media to promote tutoring and learning resources.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in educational studies or a related field
• Three (3) or more years of experience in an academic or student services environment, including experience working in an academic support role

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Higher education administration or a related field
• Experience in training students
• College Teaching and Learning Association Certificate 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to interact with culturally diverse students, staff, faculty, and parents in a very friendly, professional, and caring manner
• Ability to perform multiple tasks while maintaining professionalism in stressful situations
• Ability to communicate well – both oral and written expression strengths important
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related web and software applications

Shift

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Travel

Driving

No Driving

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $62, 353.20 / yr

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. 

Job Summary

The Project Administrator is responsible for coordinating project activities, maintaining and updating project schedules, managing, assignments, monitoring progress, and communicating with the many participants involved in the IBM-RPI Future of Computing Research Center (FCRC), including other VPR centers. The Project Administrator will provide logistical and administrative support to executive-level stakeholders both internally and externally.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Higher Ed Administration, or related field
• 2 or more years directly related experience

Relevant combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. 

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Competence with research related computer software and/or ability to learn new software
• Demonstrated competence in the administration, planning, and implementation of research projects
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, Web site editing, and/or other similar collaboration tools
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community ranging from students, faculty and staff to external constituencies
• Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to establish priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills
• Ability to develop scientific research programs and implement new strategies and procedures
• Ability to provide coordination and management and development of and/or implementation of projects
• Strong commitment to working with staff and students to help them achieve goals and meet university requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with all members of campus community in the scheduling of activities

Representative Job Duties

• Plan and maintain complex, busy, and shifting schedules of appointments and meetings. Schedule high-level meetings and committee meetings, in-person, online, and hybrid, as requested. Attend, record, and draft minutes. Monitor and follow up on action items. 
• Coordinate activities that span multiple faculty and labs, as well as researchers from IBM, including providing administrative support for research proposals and providing administrative support to internal and external committees as needed.
• Act as point of contact and facilitate communications with internal and external participants including affiliated faculty and/or scientific collaborators, partner corporations, and sponsors of projects. Schedule meetings and keep minutes, prepare and distribute materials, and monitor progress with scientific sponsors and collaborators. 
• Coordinate and assist with special projects and activities, events/ functions, including workshops, visits, and conferences. (in-person, virtual, or hybrid) Coordinate preparation, set up, and logistics for these events/ functions. 
• Update the FCRC website, using campus-compliant website techniques. Responsible for populating and editing all website content. Enhance the national and international impact of our scientific research teams through the FCRC website, interactions with OCEC and IBM on social media, press releases, and fund-raising materials and presentations
• Coordinate travel and logistics for various events and meetings. Ensure essential information and background for each meeting and/or trip is prepared. Ensure compliance with Institute policy and utilize Institute systems, support FCRC in travel needs and reporting, and/or coordinate with the admins handling the reporting as necessary. Handle travel needs for visitors from IBM and/or other VPR centers.
• Draft and prepare for signature, and office communications for Directors as well as proofread and edit confidential and sensitive information.
• Assist with the hiring and renewal of administrative and research staff as well as students and complete the required administrative paperwork. Assist with the composition for new positions. Assist the Directors with the annual performance review process.
• Coordinate space planning activities for FCRC/FOCI physical setup including conference spaces, graduate offices, lounge space, faculty offices, and other facilities.
• Coordinate meetings, project reviews and visits with industrial, government or university affiliates and coordinate with the FOCI project administrator on such activities involving FCRC and the FOCI affiliates.
• Other duties and projects as assigned. 

Shift

Business Hours: Monday - Friday

Travel

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

 Expected Range: $63,300 - $66,300 / yr

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and IBM's Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!

Job Summary

The Social Media Marketing Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and refining Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s enterprise-level social media strategy. The Manager will build upon RPI’s existing social media presence to support institutional goals related to brand visibility, audience engagement, student recruitment, and reputation building.

The Social Media Marketing Manager will work collaboratively across departments to lead strategic planning, content creation, community engagement, and performance measurement. The Manager will also be responsible for establishing governance and ensuring that social media efforts across campus align with institutional standards, tone, and objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Establish and lead a comprehensive, platform-specific social media strategy aligned with RPI’s brand identity and institutional priorities
• Create, develop, plan and run social media campaigns, and work with team members to support integrated communications efforts
• Manage and maintain the university’s social media content calendar and campaign planning and execution
• Collaborate with departments such as Admissions, Advancement and Student Experience to support strategic initiatives through coordinated social content
• Monitor trends, topics, and mentions; engage with audiences and manage community interactions in real time
• Analyze performance data using social media analytics tools; generate regular, user-friendly reports and provide strategic insights for continuous improvement
• Establish and maintain social media guidelines, best practices, and brand voice standards across the university
• Provide strategic direction to social media staff in other departments to ensure alignment with university-wide messaging, visual identity, and engagement goals
• Foster a coordinated and cohesive institutional presence across all social platforms by promoting collaboration and shared standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in digital media, communications, social media or related field
• Five (5) or more years of professional experience managing social media strategy and content for a brand, institution, or organization

Applicants must meet stated experiential and educational requirements. 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep understanding of social media marketing principles and practices, advertising platforms and audience segmentation and targeting strategies
• Fluency with social media management platforms (e.g., Sprout Social, Hootsuite), analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), and content creation software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva)
• Proven success in running social media listening, engagement and advertising efforts
• Experience developing and enforcing social media policies or guidelines
• Proficiency in visual storytelling and marketing editing and copywriting
• Background working in higher education or other complex, multi-stakeholder environments

Shift

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Travel

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $72,000 - $80,000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. 

Job Summary

The Senior Web Producer independently plans, produces, and manages web sites, and content management system (CMS). This role places, creates and/or edits Institute web site content; prepares and produces digital imagery and multimedia elements for web publication. The Senior Web Producer provides authoritative consulting to web content owners.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in communications, web design, information technology, digital media, or a related field
• Two (2 ) or more years professional experience in website production, content management, or a related digital communications role, including;
  • Hands-on experience using a Content Management System (CMS) such as Drupal, WordPress, or similar
  • Proficiency in HTML and CSS to format, troubleshoot, and adjust web content
  • Familiarity with basic image editing tools (Photoshop, Canva, or similar) for preparing web-ready graphics
  • Understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and commitment to creating accessible content

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, large organizations, or complex, multi-stakeholder environments
• Experience training or consulting with content owners on effective CMS use
• Experience using analytics tools (Google Analytics, Tag Manager) to measure and improve site performance
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and implementation
• Experience coordinating with developers and designers
   

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, academic/research environment
• Ability to produce HTML5/CSS3 in both static and CMS environments
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues, campus community, and external audiences
• Ability to arrange web page elements to produce layouts/templates conforming to established style guides and standards
• Ability to plan and capture quality HD video, audio, and digital photographs
• Ability to assess needs and create site architecture, navigation, and workflows that meet those needs
• Understanding of usability and accessibility principles and testing
• Advanced knowledge of front-end web design principles, current web communication standards, and best practices
• Knowledge of CMS best practices for building and managing websites

Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

• Independent project management and multitasking
• Advanced HTML5/CSS3 styling and coding expertise
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across diverse audiences
• High-level ability to design page layouts and templates within institutional style guides
• Advanced capability in planning/capturing media (HD video, photography)
• Strategic creation of site architecture and workflows
• Deep understanding of usability testing and accessibility compliance\Expert knowledge of modern front-end design and CMS practices

Representative Job Duties

• Research, collect, source and/or develop content (text, photographs, and video) for web sites and publications; Edit and prepare images, graphics, and video for web publication.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of, and competency in, current web design, styling, user experience, production best practices, standards, and new technologies, especially in the higher education community.
• Design and implement layout and presentation of web pages derived from both predefined CMS templates or themes, and Rensselaer standards.
• Provide authoritative consulting to website owners and less senior web producers to effectively use and leverage their website or system. 
• Collaborate with stakeholders and web developers to identify common needs (functionalities and workflows) that can be deployed campus-wide.
• Align stakeholder needs with existing technologies offered by DotCIO.
• Oversee external providers including site architects, designers, and content producers (copy, photo, video) to meet stakeholder objectives. 

Shift

Business Hours: Monday - Friday

Travel

Driving

No Driving

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $68,000 - $75,000 / yr 

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).