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Delta State University

Location: Cleveland, MS 38733 Document ID: AC225-4GI3 Posted on: 2018-07-1707/17/2018 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2018-08-16

Director of Communications and Marketing

Delta State University

Director of Communications and Marketing

Position Type: Administrative

Department: Communications and Marketing

Posting Number: 201200766

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Tenure/Non-Tenure:

Salary Basis: 12 month

Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a creative team of marketing, public relations, media relations, publications, and web professionals in the development and execution of a comprehensive, integrated communications and marketing program This includes coordinating the efforts of various university offices and working with all university departments to ensure successful implementation of university initiatives.

Oversee the management of the University brand, assuring that the brand messaging and graphic identity of the University are consistent in all marketing efforts

Ensure proper use and application of Delta State University trademarks and strengthen the Delta State brand through relationships with retailers, licensees, campus departments, student organizations, alumni, and friends.

Interact with local and statewide media as primary point of contact for media opportunities, arrange media interviews with university administrators and faculty, and serve as facilitator for responses and media inquiries.

Direct the development of communications strategies and messages and provide for their timely release to the media.

Monitor market trends and provide leadership in efforts aimed at increasing visibility of the University in local communities, as well as the state, regional, national, and international levels.

Ensure the University's web site is appropriately designed and maintained as a conduit of information.

Ensure the University's new media presence is continually updated and serves as an effective and efficient conduit of information.

Oversee the continued renewal and improvement of the effectiveness of university publications.

Manage the human resources and fiscal resources of the Office of Communications and Marketing.

Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree required in field of public relations, journalism, marketing, communications, or related field; masters degree preferred. Relevant administrative experience may substitute for a graduate degree.
- Five years experience in public relations, promotions, marketing, or similar field.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
- Clear understanding of the role of the regional university.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of marketing, graphic design, publications, and web development.
- Competency in electronic and social media and ability to manage new media.
- Flexible schedule is required, including evening and weekend work.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and universitys resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Additional Information:

Open Date: 06/07/2018

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: Click Here

Delta State University is committed to a policy of equal employment and educational opportunity. Delta State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University.






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