"Manager, ACES Communication and Marketing"

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4760P

Home Org Name
ACES Comm, St Mktg, and Client Rel

Division Name
AL Cooperative Extension System

Position Title
Manager, ACES Communication and Marketing

Job Class Code
OC42

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) Communications, Strategic Marketing, and Client Relations department seeks a Communications and Marketing Manager to lead and advance communications and marketing initiatives.

This position supports the CSMCR Director and department by coordinating media output—including written news, video storytelling, website content, social media, and other marketing deliverables—while providing input on strategic and marketing planning.

Serving as the News Unit Manager, the incumbent will manage administrative and operational duties, oversee four team members, and ensure timely, credible release of educational information to stakeholders. Key services include news writing and dissemination, and editorial and design support for ACES web pages.

Who we are: Discover a rewarding career with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES), the driving force behind Auburn University and Alabama A&M University’s land grant mission. Our outreach initiatives extend to every corner of Alabama, bringing science-based education to empower individuals for a better quality of life and enhanced economic well-being.

From the heart of two prestigious land grant universities, we cultivate programs that make a difference. Whether online or in person, our impactful initiatives reach communities through 67 County Extension Offices and various teaching sites across Alabama.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and manages the ACES news team, including oversight of web content, to ensure coordinated messaging and high-quality content delivery across platforms.
• Leads media strategy, story development, and dissemination efforts, resulting in increased public awareness of Alabama Extension initiatives and stronger media presence statewide.
• Manages the editorial calendar and news distribution through aces.edu and Cision, and serves as the primary media liaison, ensuring timely coverage, consistent outreach, and informed reporting to administration.
• Assigns and coordinates news stories for writers and content creators, streamlining production workflows and maintaining a steady pipeline of impactful news.
• Works in coordination with teammates to capture photos and produce video content for news stories and Flickr, enhancing visual storytelling and broadening audience engagement.
• Oversees online content by working with authors to write, edit, and promote material, leading to more dynamic and accessible information across digital channels.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or related field and 3 years of experience in marketing and communications services.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Higher-level degrees may be accepted in place of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in use of technology.
• Strong process management skills.
• Knowledge of various marketing and communications theories, concepts, techniques, mediums, and strategies.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Established relationships with Alabama media (reporters, editors, producers) and strong connections with communications professionals with our industry partners.
• Understanding of the news cycle and ability to identify timely, relevant story opportunities.
• Previous supervisory experience, preferably managing writers, editors, or communications staff.
• Exceptional ability to write clear, accurate, and engaging news releases, feature stories, and op-eds.
• Strong editing and AP Style expertise.
• Ability to translate complex topics (such as science, agriculture, or policy) into compelling, accessible stories.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$56,940-$96,800

Job Category
Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
AL

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
09/19/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/55770

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.
   (Open Ended Question)
2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
   * Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   * Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   * Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   * Not an Auburn or AUM employee
3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or related field?
   * Yes
   * No
4. * Do you have 3 years of experience in marketing and communications services OR a higher degree to use in lieu of experience?
   * Yes
   * No