Communications and Marketing Strategist

Position Details
Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number
SP004154P
Position Title
Communications and Marketing Strategist
Division/College
Col of Letters, Arts & Social Sci.
Department
Col of Letters, Arts & Soc Sci
Location
Moscow
Posting Context Statement
This position will serve as the College of Letters, Arts and Social Science liaison for leveraging and activating strategies in partnership with the University Communications & Marketing (UCM) department and will advance the university's brand strategy through the college lens.
Position Overview
The position serves as the chief content and channels strategist for multiple units advising on - and developing - internal and external messaging strategy. They will serve as the unit's liaison for leveraging and activating strategies in partnership with the University Communications & Marketing (UCM) department and will advance the university's brand strategy through the unit and college lens. The incumbent understands, coordinates, and leverages central communication and Marketing initiatives into the unit as applicable and contributes to the university's broader content strategy.
Duties may include:

• Advancing the unit's reputation through public relations strategies that drive purposeful messaging and engagement in support of the unit's strategic goals, priorities and initiatives
• Providing communications leadership in a variety of priorities across a variety of areas
• Writing and editing a variety of materials in digital and print formats
• Attending UCM meetings as a contributor and as a representative of the unit
• Other duties as assigned

Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/class
Position Qualifications
Required Experience

• Four years of experience in marketing or integrated communications
• Using market analysis and measurement to drive strategy
• Building communication strategies targeted at specific audiences through multiple channels
• Managing multiple projects with competing deadlines that require accuracy and attention to detail

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or public relations; four additional years of experience (for a total of eight) may substitute for a Bachelor's Degree

Required Other
Additional Preferred

• Experience producing and editing informational and persuasive collateral.
• Experience developing, executing, and measuring impact of marketing and communications plans and initiatives to achieve organizational goals.
• Established record of collaboration and excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse internal and external constituents.
• Experience working with enrollment and/or advancement and development professionals.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Ability to translate technical or specialized information for public use and understanding.
• Experience in media relations.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Degree Requirement
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
Posting Information
FLSA Status
Overtime Exempt
Employee Category
Exempt
Pay Range
$28.72 or higher depending on education and experience
Type of Appointment
Fiscal Year
FTE
1.00
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
No
Posting Date
10/12/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position is open until filled, but first review of applications will begin December 4, 2023. To apply, please submit current resume, letter of qualification addressing all required qualifications and any/all preferred qualifications, and a list of three references.
Applicant Resources
https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.