Director Communications u0026 Public Relations

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u003cpu003eAdler University is currently seeking an experienced Director of Communications u0026amp; Public Relations.u0026nbsp;Reporting to the VP, Communications, the Director of Communications u0026amp; Public Relations is a key member of Adler Universityu0026rsquo;s communications team and plays a lead role in advancing the Universityu0026rsquo;s strategic goals, visibility, and national reputation. In addition to telling the Universityu0026rsquo;s story externally through PR and media relations initiatives, this position is responsible for developing and executing the Universityu0026rsquo;s communications strategy, including public relations, media relations, crisis communications (issues management), internal communications, reputation management, and social media. u0026nbsp;Instrumental to this role is directing the universityu0026rsquo;s issues management program, drawing on polished leadership and exceptional communications skills to implement best practices, forecast and triage potential issues, and execute appropriate internal and external communication strategies as needed.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eThe Director, Communications u0026amp; Public Relations provides thought-leadership to the university while leveraging industry knowledge and best practices to promote the mission and vision of the institution. Supports culture development and management efforts.u003c/pu003enu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003eQualificationsu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eEducation/Experience:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eBacheloru0026rsquo;s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related discipline required. Masteru0026rsquo;s degree in similar/same disciplines preferred.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMinimum of seven (7) yearsu0026rsquo; experience in PR, media relations required with industry preference in an agency setting, non-profit institution and/or higher education. Of the minimum seven (7) years, at least four (4) years required overseeing human capital.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eKnowledge/Skills/Abilitiesu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eStrong demonstration of alignment with Adleru0026rsquo;s social justice mission and visionu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDocumented experience developing effective communications and public relations plansu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong writing background and broad communications experience in a variety of disciplines including public relations, media relations, crisis communications, internal communications, editorial content development, reputation management, and social mediau003c/liu003enu003cliu003eExcellent communication skills and extensive writing, editing, and copy-editing experience across various audience groups and channelsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDemonstrated success working with and writing for senior leadership of an organizationu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong interpersonal skills, including a positive and professional attitude; leadership and teamwork skillsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDocumented experience managing agencies and staff in a fast-paced environmentu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong budget and project management skills to effectively manage resources and the execution of multiple projects on time and within budgetu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eExperience working within dynamic environments with internal and external stakeholders as well as the ability to leverage influence to drive change and influence stakeholdersu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAbility to consistently identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations based on observationsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong critical thinking, problem-solving and visioning acumenu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAbility to proactively identify challenges and barriers to stated objective and employ assistance in addressing theseu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong collaboration acumen and abilitiesu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDemonstration of Emotional Intelligence and professional maturityu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eProficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (Work, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook)u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eStrong research acumen and abilitiesu003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003ePrincipal Responsibilitiesu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eEssential Duties u0026amp; Responsibilities: u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cemu003ePublic Relationsu003c/emu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eLeads and advances the strategy and voice for executive communications, including speaking engagements, media interviews, media preparation, and internal communicationsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eEstablishes a robust media relations function, focusing on delivering exceptional results that effectively position the University with appropriate media and key external stakeholdersu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDevelops and maintains excellent relationships with external PR partners (agencies), journalists, and other key influencersu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eEstablishes and leads an effective thought leadership program, including training and media prep for various spokespersonsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eSupports the execution of executive media engagement programs and speaking engagements; review/draft/approve supporting materials such as talking points and Qu0026amp;Au003c/liu003enu003cliu003eLeads a regular cadence of outreach and education to media and key external stakeholdersu003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003cemu003eCommunicationsu003c/emu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eClearly articulates the Universityu0026rsquo;s value proposition, developing narratives/messaging pillars and activate them throughout communications initiativesu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAligns communications strategy with the Universityu0026rsquo;s goalsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eCollaborates cross-functionally across the organization to deliver on communications strategyu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eBuilds relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to key leaders in the organizationu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eProvides communications counsel and support (writing/editing) to key leaders in the organizationu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eLeads long term planning for media engagement strategies to get ahead of issues and take advantage of opportunities as they ariseu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eLeads crisis communications efforts, including integrated communications response to crisis and issues management situationsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDevelops data reporting and analysis to determine the success of communications initiatives and determine actionable insightsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOwns and manages communication agency partner relationshipsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eBuilds, trains, and retains an exceptional team of communications professionalsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOther duties as assigned and/or requiredu003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cdivu003enu003cdivu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eAdler U Benefits:u0026nbsp;u003cbr /u003eu003c/strongu003eu003cstrongu003eOur institution provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time staff/ faculty which includes health, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, EAP, STD/LTD and a 403b retirement plan. Vacation and sick time with 13 paid holidays off included in our PTO compensation package. We embrace and encourage continued education through our Tuition Reimbursement / Professional Development Benefit Program.u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eCOVID-19 considerations:u0026nbsp;u003c/strongu003eThe health and safety of our staff/faculty and their families, as well as our stakeholders, potential candidates, and the communities we serve, are of the utmost importance. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this role will temporarily be performed remotely. The successful candidate will train and work from home occasionally until such time as it is determined that role will return to the campus full-time.u003cstrongu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eAPPLICATION PROCESS:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eApplicants should electronically submit a complete application including: a cover letter addressing qualifications and interests, as well as a resume.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eu003cemu003eEqual Opportunity Employeru003c/emu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cemu003eIt is the policy of Adler University that all persons are entitled to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) protection. The University does not discriminate against any individual for employment because of age, religion, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.u003cspanu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/spanu003eu003c/emu003eu003cspanu003eu003cemu003eAs part of the Adleru0027s equal employment opportunity policy, Adler will also take affirmative actionu0026nbsp;to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunitiesu003c/emu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003c/divu003enu003c/divu003enu003cdivu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/divu003e,EqualOpportunityEmployerDescription:null,PayTransparencyPolicyStatement:null,MatchScore:1.0,HasApplied:false,ApplicationJobBoardName:null,ApplicationJobBoardId:null,DateApplied:null,Salaried:true,CompensationAmount:null,PublishingStatus:1,Links:[],BehaviorCriteria:[],MotivationCriteria:[],EducationCriteria:[],LicenseAndCertificationCriteria:[],SkillCriteria:[],WorkExperienceCriteria:[],JobBoardMemberships:[{JobBoardId:5b64ce7f-14b5-443e-344c-7e8db470f3bd,PublishedInternal:true,PublishedExternal:false,ExternalPostedDate:null,InternalPostedDate:2021-03-31T23:37:10.282Z},{JobBoardId:b809b751-42a6-bffa-f3ce-536e549e35d9,PublishedInternal:false,PublishedExternal:true,ExternalPostedDate:2021-03-31T23:37:10.282Z,InternalPostedDate:null}],AssessmentUri:null,AssessmentStatus:null,OpportunityIsClosed:false,TravelRequired:null,TravelDescription:null,SupervisorName:null,Assessments:[],ApplicationId:null,CompensationAnnualMinimum:null,CompensationAnnualMaximum:null,CompensationHourlyMinimum:null,CompensationHourlyMaximum:null,CompensationCurrency:null});

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