Director of Strategic Academic Communications
University of Vermont

Job Info

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Advertising/Posting Title:

Director of Strategic Academic Communications

Diversity Statement:

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Posting Summary:

Ensure the efficient and timely operation of the Division of Strategic Communications and lead a team of 8-10 embedded communications and marketing professionals who support the work of schools and colleges. As operations leader, establish and maintain processes and procedures for the efficient and effective work of each manager and director to ensure the timely completion of projects, especially those that require involvement of multiple contributors across the division. Keep stakeholders informed about project status. Identify and anticipate roadblocks, finding solutions and escalating issues as needed.

As academic communications leader, align overall messaging with the UVM brand, elevate unit-originated stories to university platforms, and promote marketing and communications best practices. Work with each academic unit's leader to document annual goals for communications and marketing and track progress towards those goals. Establish and monitor annual budgets. Recruit, onboard, evaluate, and retain staff members who serve as Office of Strategic Communications staff embedded in each academic unit.

Support the Deputy Chief Communications & Marketing Officer by serving as a senior leader within Strategic Communications. Represent Strategic Communications when the DCCMO is unavailable.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience):

Bachelor's degree plus 6-8 years of experience in communications, marketing and/or related field.Experience working in a large, complex organization.At least 5 years of supervisory experience of both people and projects.Familiarity with digital communications, social media and best practices in marketing and communications.Understanding of UVM's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.Master's degree preferred. Experience in higher education preferred.

Other Information:

Special Conditions:

A probationary period may be required, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position

FLSA:

Exempt

Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)):

131300.00

Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)):

69100.00

Staff Hiring Band:

Hiring salary budgeted at mid pay band

Union Position:

No

Job Open Date:

03/27/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Title:

Administrative Srvcs Manager

Posting Number:

S4976PO

Department:

UVM Studios/30550

Position Number :

011255

Employee FTE :

1.0

Employee Term :

12

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