Director of Communications, Office of the Provost

Springfield, MA, United States

Director of Communications, Office of the Provost Please see Special Instructions for more details. The first date of consideration is June 25, 2024, and review of applications will continue until the position if filled. Official transcripts required at time of hire.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Director of Communications, Office of the Provost

Work Location

Work Location Springfield Campus

Department

HR Home Department

HR Home Department 020100 PROVOST OFFICE

Pay Grade

Pay Grade 46

Proposed Salary

Proposed Salary $61,428 - $81,915

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Full Time Regular

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

General Function

The Director of Communications, Office of the Provost, develops and manages an annual communication plan for the Office of the Provost that includes the implementation of communications and public relations efforts in support of the strategic communications plan for Academic Affairs. The person in this position also provides feedback, guidance and, as necessary, leadership on communications and marketing efforts that highlight the university’s academic achievements and offerings.

Description of Primary Duties

The Director of Communications, Office of the Provost, develops and manages an annual communication plan for the Office of the Provost that includes the implementation of communications and public relations efforts in support of the strategic communications plan for Academic Affairs. The person in this position also provides feedback, guidance and, as necessary, leadership on communications and marketing efforts that highlight the university’s academic achievements and offerings.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Education: A master’s degree is required. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.

Experience: Ten years of professional experience in public relations, media relations, journalism, brand management and/or organizational communications is required. Comprehensive experience in writing, multimedia content production, communications (for both internal and external audiences) and brand management is required. Experience in higher education, particularly with an academic focus, is preferred. Magazine experience as well as digital communications experience is a plus.

Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are required, along with the ability to assess and provide feedback regarding photography, videography and design. Strong project management and time management skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple projects. Strong decision-making skills and the ability to leverage and manage resources, both internal and external, are required as well as strong relationship development/management skills are required. A working knowledge of various computer software applications, especially Microsoft Word, Adobe Creative Cloud applications and WordPress, is required. A history of writing according to style guides, including the AP Stylebook, is required. Demonstrated knowledge of and respect for those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

Effort:Occasionally required to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Other: The scope of the position requires evening and occasional weekend work. Occasional overnight, out-of-town travel is required.

Additional Qualifications

Link to Job Description

Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/1727.htm

Open Date

Open Date 06/04/2024

Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)

Special Instructions to Applicants

The first date of consideration is June 25, 2024, and review of applications will continue until the position if filled. Official transcripts required at time of hire.

EO/AA and Diversity Statement

Non Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected] , 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected] , 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

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Required Documents Resume

Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts - 1

Optional Documents Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)

Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)

Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)

Other Documents -1

Unofficial Transcripts -2

Unofficial Transcripts -3

If you have questions:

Office of Human Resources

(t) 417-836-5102

Monday - Friday

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you have student employment questions:

Student Employment Services

(t) 417-836-5627

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