Director of Communications, College of Education

Company: University of Oregon, College of Education
Location: Eugene
Posted on: March 20, 2020

Job Description:

Position Summary The College of Education is seeking a Director of Communications to design and lead the execution of a targeted communication strategy dedicated to build a clear voice, reputation, and brand equity for the College of Education at the University of Oregon in Eugene, Oregon. As a key member of the leadership team, the director will be responsible for all aspects of strategic communication (i.e., advertising, communicating, and public relations) both internally and externally. A primary goal of this position requires designing and implementing systems to effectively use traditional, interactive, social, and innovative media strategies to engage diverse audiences, including prospective and current students, faculty and staff, alumni, donors, Eugene and Portland communities, and relevant academic and professional groups. This position requires strong strategic and tactical skills and knowledge of visual, written, and formal communication; evidence of effective project management experience; the ability to coordinate and produce quality work on deadline; and experience effectively managing staff, students, and freelancers. A commitment to support the University's emphasis on academic excellence in a culturally diverse environment is critical. The Director of Communications is the primary communications liaison between the College of Education and University Communications. In this role, the director is responsible for ensuring that the college's priorities, communications strategy and objectives are shared with University Communications leadership, working to identify opportunities for coordination, collaboration and amplification. The Director of Communication also works with their team to ensure compliance with University of Oregon brand standards and consistent messaging on UO-wide initiatives. The College of Education Dean and University Communications' Assistant Vice President and Chief of Staff supervise this position. The work of this position will impact the entire College. The Director of Communications supervises the COE's Digital Communications and Marketing Specialist and a varying number of student employees as well as provides oversight of the 0.5 FTE Senior Graphic Designer supporting the college. Minimum Requirements --- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations or related fields OR five years of equivalent experience. --- Five years of proven experience with communications, public relations, marketing strategies, and social media with successively high levels of achievement. Application instructions and additional information can be found at the University of Oregon's Employment Opportunity Website. Application Review Begins February 28, 2020; position open until filled. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry. The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination. In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. Employment Type: Full Time Bonus/Commission: No

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