"Communications Manager"

Communications Manager

Job #: 042408

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $62,400 - $80,000

Hours:
Standard University business hours
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

The Falk College Communications Manager is responsible for producing multi-purpose content for utilization across multiple platforms and channels to promote the vision and mission of the College to internal and external stakeholders, in support of goals for recruitment and enrollment, fundraising, research and alumni engagement. He/she collaborates with Falk College, University and external partners on strategic communication projects that drive awareness and engagement, as well as elevate the Colleges reputation. He/she serves a key role in developing key messages and is a dynamic, strategic storyteller. The Communications Manager reports to Falk Colleges Director of Marketing and Communications.

This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in relevant field required (Public Relations, Communications, journalism, English).
• Five plus years public relations, copywriting/editorial experience on multiple platforms, including print, web and social media.
• Experience in project management, including photo and video production. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Understanding of brand management and consistency.
• Internal candidates preferred.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Exceptional writing, editing and verbal communication skills Strong relationship building, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in crisis communications management.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe product suites, social media tools, and related Analytics.
• Understanding of photo, video and web editing tools and processes.

Responsibilities:

CONTENT PRODUCTION

• Research, write, edit and secure approvals for multi-purpose content for utilization across Falk College print and digital channels, including website, news/stories, internal messages, recruitment collateral, social media, fundraising deliverables, and marketing assets and campaigns.
• Coordinate with Central Communications and Central Marketing to ensure Falk College content is included in university/flagship channels as often as possible.
• Assist with Colleges internal communications efforts to ensure faculty, staff and students receive critical and consistent updates.

CONTENT STRATEGY

• Determine, define and manage content priorities to ensure marketing and communications deliverables are strategic and align to goals and priorities.
• Collaborate with faculty leaders to gain insight and perspective on programs, projects and people to highlight/promote.
• Maintain an annual editorial content calendar that aligns to Colleges comprehensive content strategy.
• Identify content and plan for quarterly newsletter.
• Collaborate with internal/University partners, including Falk College colleagues, Central Communications, Central Marketing, AEA and college/school/unit communications professionals, and external partners to produce content for projects and campaigns.
• Engage with freelance/contract professionals for graphic design, photo, video and writing support on an as needed basis.

EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS

• Produce speeches, remarks, thought leadership content and presentations for the Dean in collaboration with the Director of Marketing and Communications.
• Assist chairs/leadership on as needed basis for high-level communications needs and efforts, including establishing a regular cadence for department-based messages and newsletters to target audiences, specifically alumni, donors and industry partners.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Provide project management support for assigned College deliverables.
• Assist Advancement, Admissions, Industry Relations, Student Succes and other College units with general project management of communications deliverables.
• Coordinate with Advancement on special projects, including giving mailers, proposals, impact reports and collateral focused on soliciting and stewarding donor support.
• Other duties as assigned.

About Syracuse University:

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.

To apply, visit https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/111616