Director of Communications and Marketing: School of Law

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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

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
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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:
Dean of Law

Department's Website:

https://law.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:
The Communications and Marketing Director plays an integral role in promoting and elevating the School of Law. The director is responsible for developing and implementing an integrated marketing and communications strategy that raises awareness of the School of Law to build its national reputation, help recruit students and faculty, support development operations, and support internal and external outreach. The director collaborates with the dean and faculty to develop publicity for special events, programs and symposia and to develop content and strategy for influencer, admissions and other marketing campaigns.
The Director of Communications and Marketing is responsible for overseeing the planning, editing, and circulation of the School's online newsletters, developing social media strategy and content, writing press releases, the annual report, and all other communication outreach including faculty profiles, and executive communications for the dean. This includes creating an editorial plan to reflect the School of Law's strategic objectives, as well as coordinating with other writers and the school’s webmaster.
Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, marketing or related discipline from an accredited institution of higher education. 

• At least 3 years full-time professional experience in marketing and public relations communications.

• Professional experience in PR writing, content marketing, social media, digital strategy, media relations and editing.   

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher) and familiar with email marketing software such as Mail Chimp. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education 

• At least 4 years or more of full-time professional experience in marketing and public relations communications 

• Recent experience creating and implementing a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy 

• Experience in external communications in corporate, nonprofit, or higher education organizations 

• Experience with development campaigns and solicitations

• Experience with graphic design software such as Canva or InDesign 

 
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Thought leader and creative communicator and strategist 

• Excellent, practiced interpersonal, oral and written communications and presentation skills 

• Ability to curate purposeful, engaging content on faculty achievements and scholarship, student culture and legal education that inspires and increases audience engagement 

• Strong attention to detail, efficient time management, detail-oriented 

• Ability to set and meet deadlines 

• Must be creative and have great organizational skills 

• Ability to stay on task and current with projects 

• Ability to work well in a team setting

• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently 

• Dependable and punctual 

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$80,000 or 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:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Cynthia Nance, Dean of Law School

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:

Applicants should include a writing sample with their application materials.

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.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes