Vassar College

Senior Director of Communications

Department: Communications Office

Duration of Position: Full year / Full time

Position Type: Administrator

Posting Date:

Posting Removal Date: Open Until Filled

Posting Number: 1001561

About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. Vassar College is a smoke-free campus

Position Summary and ResponsibilitiesThis position will report to the Vice President of Communications and will work with the Vice President and Associate Vice President on long-term vison and strategy for the Communications Department. As such, this position will be a part of the core team responsible for the management of communication of Vassar College's key messages across all content channels. Additionally, this position works closely with the agency hired to work on identity communications. This includes assisting the facilitation of the agency's research and socialization of work product.

The ideal candidate will have experience being part of a communications team for a company or organization, with responsibilities inclusive of social media strategy, events, press announcements, SEO and overall branding. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Help guide the department's new social media team. This includes working with the team to establish Vassar's external profile while continuing to increase followership and engagement
  
• Overseeing the execution of relevant content in coordination with the Communications Department's editorial calendar
  
• Managing media and influencer partnerships to help enhance Vassar's reputation
  
• Review monthly analytic metrics across all digital channels and outlets and recommending changes
  
• Focus on integration of increased video content into Vassar's social media profile
  
• Work with the Vice President of Communications on other important initiatives

Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience Bachelor's Degree in related field 5 to 10 years experience in brand communications Specific experience in disciplines of social media strategy, media relations, project management, marketing strategy, brand development, event planning and management Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Meltwater and Hootsuite. Proficiency in other various project management programs and all social media platforms May require some travel

Required Applicant Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Contact Information for 3 References

Optional Applicant Documents


Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply on-line, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references. Word or PDF format required for all attachments. Review of applications will begin immediately; this position will remain open until filled.

For full consideration applicants should apply by:


Anticipated Start Date:


Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):


To Apply
All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu.

Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.



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