"Specialist - Outreach-Fixed Term"

Position Summary

The program director will be responsible for overseeing and managing multiple aspects of the Online Master’s Program in Strategic Communication, including: recruiting and admitting qualified students, advising students during their time in the online program, engaging alumni and nurturing industry alliances and partnerships, working with an advisory committee to revise and maintain a competitive and relevant curriculum, recruiting, managing, and evaluating faculty to ensure high-quality instruction, overseeing program marketing, and managing program budget. The director will also teach classes in the program as necessary. This position will be an annual year (twelve month) position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Strategic communication, advertising, public relations, marketing, communication, business, or a related field

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of a master’s degree in strategic communication, advertising, public relations, marketing, communication, business, or a related field 
• Professional leadership or academic administrative experience of at least 1 year 
• Experience in budget management 
• Community building skills pertaining to student and faculty relationships, networking with alumni and industry partners, and the like

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in or openness to learn about higher education (e.g., administration, teaching, research), especially in relation to online education and curriculum design 
• Professional, teaching, or research experience in integrated digital and social media campaigns, data analytics, and related areas 
• Demonstrated ability to recruit competitive candidates for organizations, programs, and the like

Required Application Materials

• Cover letter 
• Curriculum Vita 
• List of three references

Special Instructions

To apply for the position, candidates must complete an online application at careers.msu.edu. The committee will start the review of applications on May 13, 2025, and will continue accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Review of Applications Begins On 05/13/2025

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

https://comartsci.msu.edu/academics/academic-departments/advertising-public-relations/graduate/master-arts-strategic