DIR, Communications

Company: University Of Florida
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: January 7, 2025

Job Description:

Apply now Job no: 534126Work type: Staff Full-TimeLocation: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Executive/Director/ManagementDepartment: 28011502 - VM-PRClassification Title: Dir, CommunicationsJob Description:

• STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS, REPUTATION MANAGEMENT, & MARKETINGLeads the development and implementation of cost-effective, research-based, measurable strategic communications and marketing plans to enhance the College of Veterinary Medicine's reputation on a national level across its missions of research, education, and patient care and to grow volume for the college's clinical programs and services among various stakeholders. Leverages compelling communications tools to shape powerful storytelling and develops effective campaigns and materials, serving as project manager, writer, and editor for a variety of content and publications.
• MULTIMEDIA STORYTELLINGHelps shape the UF College of Veterinary Medicine story using multimedia approaches to achieve defined communications objectives. Writes, edits, produces, and distributes content that informs audiences of the college's collective accomplishments.
• SOCIAL MEDIAGuides social media strategy across platforms to enhance the reputation and visibility of the college. Develops and posts content in accordance with best practices.
• NEWS DISSEMINATIONGenerates and oversees distribution of news releases focusing on key scientific and clinical developments at the college.
• MEDIA RELATIONS/ISSUES MANAGEMENTManages all media relations efforts involving administration, faculty, staff, and students at the college.
• WEBSITE MANAGEMENTCreates a robust web presence for the College of Veterinary Medicine. Manages content strategy for the college's website.
• EVENT PLANNING/COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORTServes on committees and travels as needed to plan and promote certain internal and external college events.
• MEASUREMENT & EVALUATIONGathers data and conducts research to inform strategies; establishes defined goals and develops metrics to track success.Salary: Commensurate with experienceMinimum Qualifications:Masters degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and eight years of relevant experience.Preferred Qualifications:The ideal candidate will possess:--- Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and oral presentation skills.--- A commitment to creativity, accuracy, attention to detail, and a customer service-oriented attitude.--- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.--- Effective time management and organizational skills.--- High level of diplomacy and tact.--- Superior spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills.--- Experience with fundraising communications at a large university or in the health sciences.--- The ability to communicate clearly with diverse constituencies.--- Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.Special Instructions to Applicants:In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, list of references, and writing samples.Application Deadline: 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.Advertised: 05 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: 09 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard TimeThe University is committed to non-discrimination in all aspects of employment.
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