Director of Community Relations Oxford College of Emory University
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Job Location:
Oxford, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Description
THIS POSITION IS ON THE OXFORD COLLEGE OF EMORY UNIVERSITY CAMPUS 36 MILES EAST OF ATLANTA.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Under the general supervision of the Dean of Oxford College responsible for the strategic enhancement of local government corporate and community relationships.
- Will develop and lead Oxford Colleges Consortium for Community & Civic Engagement in collaboration with campus partners as outlined in the Oxford Strategic Plan.
- Directs and implements civic corporate and governmental initiatives serving as the liaison between local organizations / leaders and Oxford College.
- Collaborates closely with the Dean Advancement and Communications to build Oxfords identity and partnerships in the local and regional community.
- Cultivates and nurtures relationships with local governmental bodies corporate and civic / non-profit organizations and promotes Oxfords teaching and public service missions and activities in Newton County and the metro Atlanta region.
- Leverages knowledge of community in support of shared beneficial outcomes.
- Represents organizations interests with City of Oxford Newton County and related bodies.
- Assists in establishing strategies policies and plans which align with laws regulations and standards to achieve institutional goals.
- Leads analysis of proposed actions determines the potential impact on the organization and develops appropriate responses.
- Monitors local legislative and regulatory activities to promote Oxford College interests.
- Organizes and coordinates ongoing meetings / community forums with external and internal groups.
- Identifies and develops community relationships to enhance efficacy of project program or plan implementation.
- Provides impact analysis and evaluation of potential plans and campus-wide programs.
- Participates in project development design review community engagement and real estate acquisition discussions.
- Attends regular meetings such as the Newton County Commission Oxford City Council Regional Commission and neighborhood and civic associations as representative of Oxford College and provides updates to Oxford leadership on issues of interest and/or concern.
- Promotes the use of Oxfords resources (e.g. dining hall; cultural arts and athletics events; campus meeting spaces; faculty staff and student expertise) with the local community.
- Provides targeted support to community outreach efforts and interacts with Emory colleagues needed and performs related responsibilities as required.
- Manages special projects for the Dean of the College on a regular and as needed basis.
- Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor degree and five years of professional experience working with senior or executive constituents in higher education civic or corporate contexts required. Must be able to work across multiple levels of the organization. A masters degree is preferred.
NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions educational programs or employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training. Students faculty and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act and applicable executive orders federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance 201 Dowman Drive Administration Building Atlanta GA 30322. Telephone: (V) (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at or call (Voice) (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at or call (Voice) (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
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- Writing Skills
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