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Associate Director/Communications Jobs

Company

University of Utah
Address , Salt Lake City, 84112, Ut
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $88,000 - $120,000 a year
Expires 2023-07-22
Posted at 1 year ago
Job Description

This position manages internal and external communications for the Utah Education and Telehealth Network. UETN is a business unit of the University of Utah responsible for the state’s education and telehealth IT infrastructure and associated services including KUEN public television. The incumbent in this position develops and implements communications projects to maintain brand identity and promote UETN’s public service statewide mission. Participates in preparing department budgets and in setting department goals. Ensures continuity and quality customer service at community events and conferences. Builds internal capacity for communications across the organization. Responsible for written and online reports, annual report, style guide, compliance reports, award and grant applications, and other related communications and PR activities.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Responsibilities
1. Design and produce strategic communications consistent with organizational objectives.
2. Supervise assigned staff members and interns including recruitment, performance evaluations and retention of staff. Balance work assignments across staff.
3. Oversee communications and PR activities, including conferences and summits, conference sponsorships, booths, community events, news releases and statements.
4. Establish and maintain UETN’s style guide and associated procedures for quality control and brand consistency.
5. Understand and promote the diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility practices and policies of the University and UETN. Assure communication assets and activities are inclusive and respectful of UETN’s statewide constituency.
6. Manage assigned budgets and capital assets. Oversee a coordinated process for determining the ROI and level of participation for numerous communications events. Supervise UETN collateral and print materials, booth supplies, event sponsorships and other funded PR activities.
7. Create and offer a regular schedule of training opportunities and resources to build communications capacity, consistency, and quality across the organization (e.g., templates, taglines, FAQs, presentation slides, image and story banks, apps and mobile reference guides).
8. Oversee management of the organization’s master communications calendar. Oversee production of calendar highlights for meetings and online. Coordinate PR activities and events to maximize public perception of UETN and judicial allocation of resources including staff time.
9. Ensure compliance with communications-related federal and state regulations including postings for open meetings. Oversee the written guide for broadcast regulatory compliance and EEO reports. Educate others about compliance requirements, communicate deadlines and procedures to associated staff to ensure timelines are met.
10. Establish internal objectives and implement procedures to meet goals. Track performance measures and report on communications activities such as earned media, media mentions and other measures of impact. Develop social impact logic models for grants and other projects.
11. Understand and utilize the Public Media Community Engagement Handbook, principles of journalistic and public media editorial integrity, and the editorial policies of UETN leadership, Board and University.
12. Oversee production of written reports including UETN’s Annual Report, performance reports, award applications and recognition, and other written projects. Maintain clearances for copyright, creative commons, and licensed communications assets.
13. Support a coordinated approach to grant prospecting and aid writing teams as requested. Provide copyediting support for grant proposals. Manage writing for UETN award applications and proposals.
14. Provide leadership for teams of staff and external partners implementing communications activities such as media campaigns and software related to communications.
15. Represent UETN with partner organizations and groups focused on communications from higher education, K-12, government, and other community groups. Continue to improve UETN’s communication practices based on new research, industry developments, and technical advancements.
Problem Solving
This position supports communications for a wide variety of situations. A major task for this position is to understand the needs of the internal business units, budget and regulatory constraints, and customers and determine what products and services should be provided to meet those needs.
Comments
The incumbent must be proficient in making daily operational decisions in assigned area to ensure compliance of current regulations and guidelines.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Occasional travel consistent with a statewide organization should be expected. Some weekend and overnight travel may be required with notice. This position has a flexible schedule within typical weekday business hours, teleworking and hybrid working are available options.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; plus six years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required. Master’s degree in Business Administration or related area preferred. This position is not responsible for providing patient care. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Department Specific:
Experience writing for national and state publications, copyediting, technical writing, and familiarity with public broadcasting regulations preferred. Demonstrated ability to conduct presentations, listening sessions, and collaborative writing. Familiarity with Utah education, library, government and/or telehealth operations preferred.

Preferences

Type
Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information
About UETN: Utah Education and Telehealth Network provides network and IT Solutions for Educational institutions (Higher Education, K12, Libraries and Other (Zoo, Aquarium)) throughout Utah. This position is integral in providing systems and services to all UETN Stakeholders. UETN is housed on the University of Utah campus in the Eccles Broadcast Center, UETN employees are U of U staff and received all of the same benefits listed below.
UETN is committed to creating a workplace culture that values equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we believe that everyone plays a role in fostering EDI, every day. EDI isn’t just the right thing for our employees and the university community; it’s also the smart thing. It empowers us to provide the best IT services for our students and their families, staff, faculty, clinicians, and patients and their families.
About the University of Utah: Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah’s system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the Pac-12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.
The University of Utah Benefits
  • Health, dental, and wellness coverage
  • Automatic and immediately vested 14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a)
  • Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)
  • Paid leave time
  • Reduced tuition benefits for employee and family members
  • More information: https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
[email protected]
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] or call 801-581-2300.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * How did you hear about this position?
    • University of Utah Web Page
    • Internet: search engine, online job board, etc
    • University of Utah employee referral
    • Career Services/Campus Job Fair
    • Community/Government Agency
    • Other/Unknown
  • University of Utah employee referral
  • Other/Unknown
  • Internet: search engine, online job board, etc
  • Career Services/Campus Job Fair
  • Community/Government Agency
  • University of Utah Web Page
  • * How did you hear about this position? - University of Utah web page - Online - University of Utah employee referral - Career Services / Job Fair - Community / Government Agency - Other (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Writing Sample 1
  • Writing Sample 2
  • Writing Sample 3
Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

Open Date
05/18/2023

Requisition Number
PRN35000B

Job Title
Assoc Dir, PR/Communications

Working Title
Associate Director/Communications

Job Grade
G

FLSA Code
Executive

Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No

Standard Hours per Week
40

Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time

Shift
Day

Work Schedule Summary
flexible weekday business hours

VP Area
President

Department
00336 - KUEN/Utah Education Network

Location
Campus

City
Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment
External Posting

Pay Rate Range
$88,000/yr. - $120,000/yr.

Close Date
05/29/2023

Open Until Filled
No