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Job Title

Director of University Communications

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Marketing and Communications

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Director of University Communications, under general direction, manages the development and implementation of university news and publications, leads internal and external communication efforts, and serves as the focal point for developing, coordinating, writing, and editing publications, news stories, and other appropriate exposure for research and activities.

Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or as work requirements indicate; This position requires work beyond normal business hours, weekends, and holidays; This is an on-site position located in Stephenville, Texas.

Responsibilities:

+ Leads in the strategic planning and coordination of public relations efforts including press conferences, executive media training, and relevant communication with regional and National media.

+ Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with local, state, and national media representatives and responds to media requests. Also serves as the primary point of contact to the Texas A&M University System.

+ Conducts media relations programs for selected events or activities. Serves as campus representative at selected events as assigned.

+ Initiates and coordinates television, radio, digital, and print media for important events and announcements.

+ Leads, monitors, analyzes, and evaluates news outlets regarding the university image.

+ Lead strategist for university internal communication

+ Leads the production of scripts and speeches. Documents executive meeting sessions and transcribes for staff, as requested.

+ Maintains media archives.

+ Leads in proactively responding to crises and other media inquiries.

+ Establishes and maintains communications with departments and the media for the purpose of promoting and disseminating information to the public.

+ Manage and direct the members of the News and Information and Social Media staff for the Marketing and Communications department to serve the communication needs of the university strategically and effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, business, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Ten years of related experience in marketing, media or public relations, social media, communications, or related field with recent experience in higher education or in a higher education supporting organization; Including three years of supervisory experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Superior writing, editing, presentation, and organizational skills. Demonstrated knowledge and expertise with technology-assisted communications and marketing.

+ Experience and expertise in crisis communication

+ Proven ability to generate imaginative solutions and create cost-effective alternatives, including the ability to proactively position university experts and news stories with media outlets.

+ Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Interpersonal and communication skills. Planning and organizational skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Salary Range:

The target base annual salary range is commensurate and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

+ Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (https://www.tarleton.edu/human-resources/employees/benefits-information/tarleton-family-education-benefit-program/masters-degree-educational-assistance-eligibility-guidelines/) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

+ Masters Educational Assistance (https://www.tarleton.edu/human-resources/employees/benefits-information/tarleton-family-education-benefit-program/masters-degree-educational-assistance-eligibility-guidelines/) – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (https://www.tarleton.edu/human-resources/employees/benefits-information/tarleton-family-education-benefit-program/masters-degree-educational-assistance-eligibility-guidelines/)

+ Fully covered employee health insurance

+ Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

+ Dental insurance

+ Vision insurance

+ Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave (https://www.tarleton.edu/human-resources/employees/leave/)

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

+ Paid sick leave

+ Holiday pay

+ Vacation

+ Longevity pay

+ Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

+ Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

+ Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

+ Employee Wellness Release Time

+ Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

+ and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

+ Completed online application

+ Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

+ Curriculum Vitae or Resume

+ At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is an NCAA Division l athletics member .

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+ Division of Human Resources (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/index.html)

+ Benefits

+ University Leadership (https://www.tarleton.edu/president/)

+ Research and Economic Development

+ Traditions and History (https://www.tarleton.edu/traditions/index.html)

Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact [email protected] .