Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications, William F. Harrah College of Hospitality [R0144402]

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications, William F.

Harrah College of Hospitality R0144402

ROLE of the POSITION

The assistant director of marketing and communications plays a critical role in supporting strategic marketing and recruitment initiatives for the UNLV William F.

Harrah College of Hospitality. The assistant director produces and disseminates day-to-day communications for both internal and external audiences, manages promotional materials, interfaces with the media, and oversees digital media platforms on behalf of the college (and under the supervision of the senior director of communication).

The role’s heavy focus on social media requires a high level of interaction with students, faculty, and the community, which requires participation in events outside of regular business hours.

The assistant director must be highly-motivated with a strong background in creative development and current communications technologies to elevate brand awareness, engage target audiences, and enhance the overall public image of the college.

The professional background of qualified candidates will demonstrate the candidates’ ability to excel in the following areas :

• Collaborating with leadership to develop and implement comprehensive marketing and PR plans aligned with college objectives;
• Supporting the planning and execution of targeted marketing, public relations, and advertising campaigns, utilizing both traditional and digital media channels and the latest communication tools;
• Creating, composing, and editing content for communication channels, including : internal and external newsletters, press releases, etc.
• university promotional assets; UNLV Today; UNLV News; and the college’s Premier Magazine;
• Ensuring that projects are produced in a timely manner while meeting established goals, budgets, and quality standards;
• Gathering visual assets (e.g., photos / video) for the college’s promotional efforts;
• Collaborating with and supporting the college’s event planning, catering, enrollment teams, etc., to ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism across promotional materials;
• Supervising the production of printed and digital marketing products by providing creative direction for videography, photography, advertising and design agencies;
• Monitoring and analyzing campaign performance while providing recommendations for enhancements;
• Managing digital asset archive (photos / videos / brochures) as well as marketing templates and tools (certificates, letterhead, presentation styles, etc.);
• Cultivating and maintaining relationships with media representatives, journalists, and other public influencers.

PROFILE of the COLLEGE

Situated just blocks away from the world's greatest hospitality laboratory the Las Vegas Strip the Harrah College of Hospitality enjoys unparalleled access to the hotels and resorts that are shaping the industry.

Consistently ranked among the top five hospitality programs in the world, the College provides students with the theoretical and practical foundation needed to succeed in the competitive hospitality field.

Faculty members are internationally-renowned, and alumni consist of some of the most influential leaders in the industry, with graduates overseeing major hotel brands, restaurants, event firms, and Fortune 500 companies.

The College offers a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management with concentrations in Event Design and Management, Gaming Management, Hospitality Beverage Management, Human Resource Management, Innovative Restaurant Management, and PGA Golf Management;

a Master of Hospitality Administration; a Master of Science in Hotel Administration; and a Doctor of Philosophy in Hospitality Administration.

In addition, the College offers two dual degrees : a Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Hotel Administration;

and a Master of Science in Hotel Administration and Master of Science in Information Management Systems.

In the Fall of 2023, the College enrolled 1,361 undergraduate students and 155 graduate students. The College has approximately 42 full-time faculty members (including tenured, tenure track, faculty in residence, and lecturers), 12 classified staff, and 34 professional staff.

In addition, in any given semester, there are approximately 15+ part-time instructors.

The College believes that partnering with industry is key to student success. Each year, the College organizes hundreds of internships, welcomes more than 100 national hospitality brands for recruitment events, and pairs an average of 175 industry mentors with students.

These crucial relationships help build careers.

For more information about the Harrah College of Hospitality, please visit

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and / or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1-3 years of experience in a communications-related role.

Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Communications or closely-related field, or Master’s degree. Preferred experience in higher education.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment.

They will use our to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

• Competitive total rewards package including :
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• discounts on and off campus
• for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• A comprehensive onboarding program,
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
30+ days ago