RSENR Communications Lead

Company: The University of Vermont
Location: Burlington
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Please carefully review the details of this position below. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job button (or see the Special Instructions below if no button appears). If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark button. The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. For information on safety and security at the University of Vermont, see the annual security report by clicking on the Clery Act button in the sidebar menu. Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check. Be sure to carefully review and update your application information before submitting an application! 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 The role of the Communications Lead is to manage---the external relations program---and communications---for the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources ( RSENR ), while---also---working closely with the Chief UVM Communications Officer to ensure continuity and synergy with the overall UVM external relations strategy. This position is part of the Dean of the Rubenstein School's Leadership Team. Primary responsibilities include: Oversee and provide leadership in facilitating specialized multimedia, digital services, and coordinating marketing, public relations, and design functions to influence, define and support the Rubenstein School's goal of aspiring to be a leading school of the environment. Supervise a staff writer and web developer, and social media interns.
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As a member of the---Dean's Senior Leadership---Team,---the Communications---Lead---will---have an exceptional---opportunity to lead innovation and transformation as the School---grows in---size, visibility---and national preeminence. A key tenet for this innovation is to ensure that equity, diversity, and justice are centered in everything we do. Core responsibilities of this position---include:---lead the---coordination and---implementation of the---School's---2020---strategic plan,---shape the branding of the School,---develop---and implement a new communications plan that aligns---with the UVM's Strategic Imperatives and---Strategic Plan---(Amplifying Our Impact),---and construct the necessary IT communications infrastructure in the School.---The---Communications Lead---will---liaise with the UVM Communications team,---interface with donors,---support---development efforts---for the---School,---and---engage with---other---external constituents such as alumni and the RSENR Board of Advisors. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Bachelor's Degree and two to four years of related experience working in corporate communications, agency, nonprofit or higher education required. Experience communicating to internal and remote audiences, using multiple types of channels and mediums. Demonstrated experience working both in teams and autonomously. Strategic thinking, planning and facilitation skills. Social media and media expertise. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management as well as with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Organizational and project management skills. Desirable Qualifications Supervisory experience. Demonstrated commitment to Rubenstein School's values and the University's "Our Common Ground". Other Information Within your cover letter, please be sure to address why you believe it is important that the Communications Lead for the Rubenstein School centers Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion ( JEDI ) in their work. A 6-month probationary period may be required. Special Conditions External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees FLSA Exempt Hiring 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)) 39000.00 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)) 74100.00 Staff Hiring Band Hiring salary budgeted at mid to high end of pay band Staff Union Code NU Job Open Date 04/02/2021 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Position Title Communications Professional Posting Number S2760PO Department Position Number 00025204 Employee FTE 1.0 Employee Term 12 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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