Assistant Director of IT Communications

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Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Regular


Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Administrative Communications

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Assistant Director of IT Communications coordinates, directs and manages communications for Information Technology Services and User Solutions, while supporting other units and reporting into the Division of Finance and Administration as needed. The Assistant Director will be responsible for developing and implementing communications strategies, and managing, evaluating and enhancing efforts to communicate key messages to a wide variety of audiences, including employees and the broader campus community.
The position is a part of the university’s larger communications team reporting to University Relations. The Assistant Director reports to the Senior Director of Administrative Communications and will collaborate with other team members to build awareness, elevate the Division of Finance and Administration’s brand, increase engagement and enable transformation through communications efforts. The Assistant Director will also work closely with the Associate Vice Chancellor for IT and other division leaders to advance communications goals and priorities while working to align those efforts with the university’s larger communications goals.
The Assistant Director also takes a lead role in developing key messaging – including but not limited to – Arkansas News stories, news releases, website content, social media, videos, email updates, drafting statements, and answers to media inquiries.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or related field

• At least two years of professional experience in journalism, public relations, writing and editing, creative writing, marketing and/or related fields

• Experience developing strategic plans and communications plans

• Highly proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher)

Preferred Qualifications:

• The formal education Master's degree or higher

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptionally strong writing, communicative and interpersonal skills

• Proven ability to take complex topics and explain them in understandable terms

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$45,000 - $55,000 Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Writing Sample

Optional Documents:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Eunice M. Alberson, Director Human Resource Partners, [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. 
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes