Director of Communications in Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Director of Communications

The Director of Communications must be an energetic and dynamic leader who will be responsible for developing and implementing an overarching plan for strategic communications and marketing that supports the university’s goals and objectives. These efforts will result in shaping a coherent and consistent image for the university. The successful candidate will be an exceptional professional with a proven track record of producing high quality communications for a university or organization of comparably complexity. Demonstrable experience and evidence of producing high quality publications and presentations is required. Exceptional writing skills across multiple media platforms are required for this position.
Job Summary

Leads team and develops, implements, and facilitates communications strategies and outreach. Translates strategic and tactical business plans into procedures that achieve goals, visions, and branding. Creates, administers, and adheres to budget. Oversees communications and ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.

Essential Functions Directing strategic and comprehensive communication, marketing and public relations program that incorporates all traditional and digital channels and media. This includes traditional media, social media, website and emerging social media channels. Managing and allocating budget and personnel to priority projects. Creating high-quality publications and presentations for internal and external audiences to include alumni, board of advisors, donors and community partners.Assessing the institutional effectiveness of existing and proposed communications strategies and media platforms; establishing defined goals, objectives and metrics for all communications activities and monitoring progress toward fulfillment.Promoting network of collaboration among offices and academic departments across campus to discover and promote relevant stories of student and community achievement within the context of the mission and vision of the university.Ensuring that the President is informed, prepared and highly productive when communicating with the campus community, general public and all press outlets.
Physical Effort

Minimal physical effort is required. Mostly sedentary.

 

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Director – Communications

Job Family: Communications & Marketing

Job Sub Family: Communications

Campus: Johnstown

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelors Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 7

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter, Writing Sample

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