"Director, Internal Communications"

Position Overview: The Internal Communications Director will be an integral member of the University Communications and Marketing (UCM) team, managing the flow of information within the university and ensuring that employees and other members of the community are informed and aligned with UMBC’s goals.

Why Work at UMBC? UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $98,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available. For more information, check out Glassdoor or Indeed. For 15 years in a row UMBC has been recognized as a Great College to Work For!

Telework: A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities: The internal communications director will create an internal communications strategy in partnership with UCM leadership; create and manage cross-channel communications that help employees understand and engage in the UMBC mission and goals; work with senior leadership to understand and communicate top priorities; set a standard of best practices for internal communicators across campus; and ensure consistency to UMBC tone and brand across channels. The director will collaborate with colleagues across the university on strategic communications to ensure an informed and engaged campus community. This position requires exceptional writing abilities, a keen eye for detail, and the capacity to distill complex ideas into plain-language messaging that is accessible to a wide range of audiences. This position will be building new communication channels and processes and should have a proven track record of excellent organization and project management, including balancing and understanding community needs, collaboration with partners, and resource allocation. The ideal candidate will organize and lead multiple projects with minimal direction, meet deadlines, think critically and creatively, ensure all core content is consistent in terms of style, quality and tone of voice, and exercise sound judgment. They will be a seasoned communications professional who is actively engaged in the discipline, up to date on new developments and opportunities in strategic communications, and capable of implementing new best practices to increase the effectiveness of the university’s communications activity.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree; 8+ years of internal communications leadership and publication management experience; Excellent writing and editing skills; understanding of style guide use, content creation and delivery, and managing internal communications tools; Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the institution including executive leaders and maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion; Success in designing and implementing creative, innovative, and effective internal communications and change management strategies.

Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Degree; Project management experience; Strong understanding or experience working in higher education administration.

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Upload a cover letter and a resume.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Benefits: UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Regular and grant funded regular positions: Generous Leave which includes accruing 22 Days of Annual Leave, 15 Days of Sick Leave, 15 Holidays, 3 Personal Days; Tuition Remission: 8 credit hours per semester; Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment; Additional Benefits: Life and disability insurance, Retirement plans, Professional development opportunities, Wellness opportunities, & Much more.

Salary: $98,000 to $111,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Hours: Full-time

Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator, click here.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.