Media Relations Manager Job at University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Maryland

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement :

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites resumes for a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Vice President for Strategic Communications and Marketing. The Media Relations Manager supports the strategic communications goals and objectives of the university.

Benefits : UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, paid leave (Exempt positions start at 22 days annual, non-exempt positions start at 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year). Overtime, shift-differential and on-call pay (non-exempt positions only)

Responsibilities :

• Produce, record, and edit UMES video, audio, or photographic content for

use on university social media accounts, the university website, and for

other broadcast purposes.

social media accounts, in media relations, and in the production of printed

and digital brochures and electronic communications.

journalists to ensure optimal news coverage of the university

Physical Demands :

reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting.

Preferences :

manager, as a multimedia journalist, or as a public relations or marketing

practitioner, or equivalent combination of experience, education and / or

training in related fields.

and digital photographs.

media posts.

Licenses / Certifications : N / A

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience : Five (5) years of professional communications, marketing, or media relations experience.

Other : Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge of media relations strategies.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.

Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.

Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials : Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https : / / umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com / UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date : N / A

Posting Close Date : N / A

Open Until Filled : Yes

Department

UMES-VPUR-Vice President University Relations

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$55,000 - $80,000

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO / AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.