Associate Director of Communications

Job Description

Job Description

Nebraska Wesleyan University is seeking a full-time Associate Director of Communications responsible for enhancing the visibility and reputation of Nebraska Wesleyan University through a variety of strategic communication efforts. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the Director of Marketing and Communications, President's Office, and campus constituents to develop and execute communication strategies that support the University's institutional priorities.

NWU offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits plan including Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, Retirement, over 7 weeks of paid time off per year through vacation and holidays, and 100% tuition discount for dependents after one year of service.

Responsibilities :

• Serves as a member of the University's marketing and communications team to create and implement external communication to promote the University and internal communication for employees and students.
• Writes stories for the University's website, social media accounts, and marketing materials.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for the University's media relations and emergency communications.
• Supervises employees in digital communications and multimedia roles.
• Assists with developing social media strategies and content.
• Collaborates with the President's Office to respond to media inquiries and manage sensitive issues. Serves as the University spokesperson as delegated.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with news media and influential professionals. Arranges media interviews and writes news releases to promote the University.
• Collaborates with University leaders to develop and execute strategic communication plans for University initiatives and events, including talking points.
• Arranges media interviews and writes news releases to promote the University.
• Communicates safety and security information to employees and students in through designated communication channels, including the Wesleyan Alert System. Also serves on the Risk Management Committee and Threat Assessment Team.
• Works an extended schedule, which may include weekends and evenings according to demands of the role and tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

How to Apply :

To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume or curriculum vita, and the names of three professional references at the following URL : https : / / nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com / jobs / . NWU encourages applicants to address how one or more of NWU's Core Values align with their personal values and characteristics and / or how they would contribute to them at NWU in their cover letter or a separate document. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.

Job Posted by ApplicantPro