"Communications Consultant III"

Communications Consultant III

Company:
The University of Arizona

Job Location:
Tucson, 85724

Category:
International Programs and Services

Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req24293

Department: Arizona International

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

This position plays a key role in advancing Arizona International's strategic goals by ensuring consistent, compelling, and data-informed communication across audiences, including prospective and current students, alumni, and institutional partners.

This position will:

1. Work with the International Marketing and Communications team to plan and execute a wide variety of communications to all Arizona International (AZI) audiences across all internal and external channels and formats including news articles, email communications, and social media.
2. Lead communications in all forms for International Alumni Network.
3. Collaborate closely with AZI subunit leads, communications staff across campus, and external partners to ensure consistent messaging and accuracy.
4. Collaborate with the AZI Special Projects team on producing reports and requests for information.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead or work with a team on all stages of creating a wide variety of written communications for AZI and all AZI subunits including news articles, speeches, webpages, brochures, event materials, and other communications as needed.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the annual social media content management plans for optimal audience engagement.
• Offer guidance to all staff working on communications for AZI and assist in drafting and editing various types of materials.
• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive communication strategy to engage international alumni including creating a calendar aligned with engagement goals and coordinating messaging across platforms (email, social media, etc.)
• Create content to highlight alumni achievements and strengthen global alumni networks.
• Facilitate meaningful connections with international alumni through targeted communications including segmenting audiences to deliver personalized outreach, event support, and monitoring engagement metrics and adjusting strategies, as needed.
• Coordinate, research and prepare reports, executive briefs, annual reports, proposals, presentations, business plans, information summaries, country reports, and responses to requests for information.
• Monitor communication outcomes, engagement analytics, and key performance indicators to inform strategic decision-making and improve future outreach.
• Provide mentorship and oversight to student employees or interns assisting with communications projects.
• Provide backup support to the Director of International Marketing and Communications as needed, including assisting with strategic planning, project oversight, and team coordination during periods of absence or high workload.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exemplary written communication skills across a variety of formats.
• Strong planning skills to align with AZI strategic goals.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders and key audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and guide others in communication best practices.
• Ability to craft compelling narratives that support institutional priorities and resonate with various audiences.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, deadlines, and shifting priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to use content management systems, marketing automation systems, and data management systems.
• Ability to interpret communication metrics, engagement data, and feedback to inform strategy.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing, editing, and storytelling for multiple audiences and platforms, including web, print, and social media.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field, plus five years' related work experience OR equivalent combination of demonstrable skills and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a university environment, preferably in international education, alumni engagement, or advancement communications.
• Experience collaborating with senior leadership or contributing to strategic communication planning.
• Experience using web content management systems (such as Drupal, WordPress) and marketing automation tools (such as Slate, Salesforce, or Mailchimp).
• Experience developing or implementing a content strategy and editorial calendar.
• Experience working with international partners and audiences.
• Experience in visual communication, graphic design, or basic multimedia content creation (video, photography, or design).

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Communication and Marketing

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $65,687 - $85,393

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 9

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level PC3

Job Family Communications

Job Function Communications & Marketing

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Daniel Vander Ploeg

dvanderp@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicant

In addition to cover letter and resume, requesting two writing samples demonstrating ability to craft clear, engaging, and strategic communications for mixed audiences. At least one should reflect professional or institutional voice.