Strategic Communications Manager, CESS
Burlington, CO - USA
Job Summary
Posting Summary
Oversees the external relations and communications program for the College of Education and Social Services ( CESS ). Provides leadership in the development coordination implementation and evaluation of communications that advance the Colleges mission and strategic priorities in consultation with the Dean Associate Deans faculty staff students alumni and field partners as well as internal University partners and external vendors. Collaborates closely with the Division of Strategic Communications to ensure alignment and synergy between the College and the Universitys overarching external relations strategy. Communicates stories events accomplishments and issues of strategic importance from the College in ways that support and reinforce College and University strategic goals. This position reports to the CESS Associate Dean for Graduate Non-Degree and Research Programming.
Desirable Qualifications
Masters degree in Communications Marketing Journalism Public Relations Higher Education Administration or a related field. Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in communications marketing or administrative management within a higher education or non-profit environment. Advanced proficiency with digital content tools including Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign Photoshop Illustrator) or Adobe Express. Experience developing and executing strategic communication plans for diverse internal and external audiences. Demonstrated expertise in brand stewardship visual identity application and messaging consistency across platforms. Experience with analytics and performance tools such as Google Analytics social media insights dashboards or SEO measurement tools. Familiarity with CRM or email marketing platforms such as Slate Salesforce or Emma. Strong project management skills including coordination of multiple concurrent deadlines use of digital workflow tools (e.g. Wrike Asana Trello Microsoft Planner) and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Demonstrated commitment to accessibility and inclusive communications. Experience with media relations including drafting press releases coordinating interviews and maintaining relationships with local or regional media outlets.
Other Information
For visionary changemakers who are ready to transform educational and social systems the College of Education and Social Services provides experiential and supportive learning environments inspiring students to create a more humane and just societyfor people and planet. For more detailed information about us visit the College of Education and Social Services website Experience:
Oversees the external relations and communications program for the College of Education and Social Services ( CESS ). Provides leadership in the development coordination implementation and evaluation of communications that advance the Colleges mission and strategic priorities in consultation with the Dean Associate Deans faculty staff students alumni and field partners as well as internal University partners and external vendors. Collaborates closely with the Division of Strategic Communications to ensure alignment and synergy between the College and the Universitys overarching external relations strategy. Communicates stories events accomplishments and issues of strategic importance from the College in ways that support and reinforce College and University strategic goals. This position reports to the CESS Associate Dean for Graduate Non-Degree and Research Programming.
Desirable Qualifications
Masters degree in Communications Marketing Journalism Public Relations Higher Education Administration or a related field. Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in communications marketing or administrative management within a higher education or non-profit environment. Advanced proficiency with digital content tools including Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign Photoshop Illustrator) or Adobe Express. Experience developing and executing strategic communication plans for diverse internal and external audiences. Demonstrated expertise in brand stewardship visual identity application and messaging consistency across platforms. Experience with analytics and performance tools such as Google Analytics social media insights dashboards or SEO measurement tools. Familiarity with CRM or email marketing platforms such as Slate Salesforce or Emma. Strong project management skills including coordination of multiple concurrent deadlines use of digital workflow tools (e.g. Wrike Asana Trello Microsoft Planner) and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Demonstrated commitment to accessibility and inclusive communications. Experience with media relations including drafting press releases coordinating interviews and maintaining relationships with local or regional media outlets.
Other Information
For visionary changemakers who are ready to transform educational and social systems the College of Education and Social Services provides experiential and supportive learning environments inspiring students to create a more humane and just societyfor people and planet. For more detailed information about us visit the College of Education and Social Services website Experience:
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