Assoc Dir, Pr/Communications

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Please submit three writing samples, options would include-feature, news story, speech and/or PowerPoint presentation.

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Open Date 07/03/2024 Requisition Number PRN39094B Job Title Assoc Dir, PR/Communications Working Title Associate Director of Content Creation Job Grade G FLSA Code Executive Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary VP Area President Department 00339 - Marketing & Communications Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $80,000 - $100,000 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Summary

Works with the Director of Content and Editorial Strategy and senior members of the communications department to enhance the University of Utah's profile and reputation as a top-tier public institution of higher education. The associate director will serve as part of the University of Utah's Communications & Marketing (UMC) team, creating high-quality content across various formats. This role will also collaborate with the marketing team to promote the university's brand through compelling storytelling and will support high-level, strategic, institution-wide messaging for both internal and external audiences.

Responsibilities

• Produce and repackage content that supports the university's strategic marketing and communications goals, focusing on high-level, institution-wide messaging. Examples of content include feature stories, profiles, news articles, social media blurbs, web site copy, video promotion, slides, and new media trends.

• Develop communications plans, story ideas, and innovative strategies to generate and distribute content that supports the university's strategic goals of growth, innovation, research, service, and societal impact.

• Stay on top of industry trends and integrate new content formats and creative distribution channels into the university's content strategy.

• Work closely with the UMC's marketing, digital, and media relations teams to ensure cohesive and effective content campaigns.

• Ensure all content and strategic storytelling is accurate, on-brand, and meets the university's high standards of quality and editorial excellence.

• Analyze audience insights, analytics, and feedback to refine content strategies and improve engagement across all channels.

Skills:

• Prowess to discover and explore new and emerging content trends and distribution strategies.

• Ability to generate and repackage content for various channels.

• Exceptional writing and multimedia skills with strong editorial judgment.

• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and editorial workflows.

• Experience using SEO and content analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, SEMrush).

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Excellent collaboration, communication and people skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; plus six years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required. Master's degree in Business Administration or related area preferred.

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Bachelor's degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, English, or related area preferred.

• Master's degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or related area preferred.

• Has experience engaging targeted audiences through varied communications methods. Magazine experience a plus.

• Experience working with other writers, photographers, designers, and other communication professionals

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary

Please submit three writing samples, options would include-feature, news story, speech and/or PowerPoint presentation.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Writing Sample 1

• Writing Sample 2

• Writing Sample 3

Optional Documents

• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 - Member Copy 4)

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169

• Addendum to the University of Utah

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169 after submission