COMM MGR 1 (Director of Communications & Strategic Priorities)

Job Summary

The Director of Communications is an adviser to the dean and senior staff, the academic department chairs, and the executive directors of centers and institutes on issues regarding media communications and outreach. Under direction of the dean, with responsibility to the executive assistant dean, the director of communications is responsible for advising college leadership on, and directing the implementation of, internal and external communications issues, plans, strategies, messages, tools, and talking points to build support for the college. Provides vision, direction, and leadership in overall brand building, communications, and marketing campaigns for the college. Coordinates and implements strategic and mission-critical communications that may have impact on a wide variety of stakeholders. Provides strategic counsel to all departments and unit-based communication staff. Provides guidance on the implementation and dissemination of the college's strategic vision and plan and helps evaluate the status and effectiveness of the implementation of the plan. Develops effective news articles and marketing materials to highlight research success for print, web, and presentation- based distribution.

Leads a team of communications, web and events specialists that promote an integrated approach to media relations, marketing strategies and partner engagement initiatives to enhance the college's reputation and promote research discoveries and achievements. Works with Development and External Relations to develop strategies and materials to engage alumni and corporations with the college. Establish college policies and procedures related to media relations, news releases, publications, websites, social media, outreach materials, and crisis communications in consultation with the dean, college leadership, and the UC Davis Strategic Communications and News and Media Relations office.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened after two weeks; and then on a weekly basis. PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN FOR APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY 3/16/2023. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary Range

$7,300.00- $15,250.00/Month

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply By Date

3/29/2023


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sit for extended periods of time working at a computer.

Discern color in order to prepare and review various publications, both print and electronic.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

At times work beyond the standard work schedule to attend meetings and events, may include evenings and weekends.
All Dean's Office staff are required to work at Commencement.
Position is a mandatory reporter for known or suspected child abuse and requires that a statement acknowledging the requirement to report child abuse be signed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in communications or related discipline; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired.

• Demonstrated progression of experience with increasing responsibility with a minimum of 7 years in the communications field (journalism, graphic design, marketing, development communications and/or public relations). Experience using e-communication and social media platforms to enhance communication and deliver messages to target audiences.

• Experience delegating work to internal and/or free-lance creative staff.

• Demonstrated writing skills, including skills to use written language accurately, concisely and creatively; command of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; and skills in editing and proofing copy.

• Skills to recognize and assess situations and events with news value and to propose and implement the best strategies for publicity. Organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and meet numerous deadlines.

• Knowledge of publishing techniques, including the editorial, graphic design, style, and production aspects of publishing.

• Skills to use computers for document creation, multi-media presentations, research and analysis, and communications.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a related field.

• Leadership experience analyzing situations, providing creative direction, giving sound professional judgment, and implementing strategies as they relate to a comprehensive long-range college communications, marketing, and external relations program.

• Experience managing financial resources and planning and adhering to budgets. Experience with Mac OS.

• Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with faculty, staff, outside vendors, alumni, students and donors. Skills generating innovative approaches, originating action without instruction, and establishing goals and priorities in the development of programs and special events.

• Ability to translate and present engineering and scientific topics accurately and in ways that appeal to and engage a lay or technical audience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

No Smoking

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Salary Range

$7,300.00- $15,250.00/Month

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply By Date

3/29/2023


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=50102&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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