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Vacancy TypeSHRAIs Internal Transfer OnlyNoTime Limited?NoTime-Limited Appointment LengthTitlePublic Communication SpecialistBand LevelJourneyWorking TitleCommunications Manager, Park ScholarshipsSalary Range$31,200 - $83,965Anticipated Hiring Range$50,000 - $63,000Salary Grade Equivalency69Position Number00107670Work ScheduleMonday- Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pmDoes the regular and recurring schedule of this position result in the employee working more than ½ of their hours between 4 pm and 8 am? (Meal periods do not count).NoFull Time Equivalent (FTE)1Department012101 - Park ScholarsDepartmentPark ScholarsJob City & StateRaleigh, NCPrimary Function of Organizational Unit

NC State’s Park Scholarships program was established in 1996 with the support of the Park Foundation of Ithaca, NY. The Park Scholarships program brings exceptional students to NC State University based on outstanding accomplishments and potential in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. The program develops and supports Park Scholars in these areas, preparing them for lifelong contributions to the university, state, nation, and world. The scholarship includes tuition and fees, room and board, enrichment activities, and additional expenses. About 40 Scholars are selected annually. The department reports directly to the chancellor of the university.

In 2013, the Park Foundation announced a $50 million gift to begin an endowment for the Park Scholarships at NC State. Now, as NC State carries out its Think and Do the Extraordinary Campaign, the Park Scholarships program is building on this generous gift and growing its endowment. The Communications Manager will play a key role in this effort, and the overall work to advance the mission of the program and the university.

Essential Job Duties

The Communications Manager reports to the Park Scholarships Assistant Director for Development. The position leads the strategic development and implementation of a comprehensive marketing and communications plan that supports the Park Scholarships mission. The Communications Manager needs to be energetic, collaborative, innovative, responsive to input, and dedicated to excellence in all print communications, digital/web communications, media, and public relations.

The position develops, facilitates, and implements the brand strategy that strengthens the program, enhancing the program’s visibility and recognition. The position works collaboratively with the Assistant Director for Development to grow philanthropic support, with the Assistant Director for Recruiting and Selection to enhance outreach to prospective Park Scholars, and with all Park Scholarships staff to lead program-wide communications. The position manages production of all communications. The Communications Manager serves as the point of contact for outside media, University Relations, and university faculty and staff for all communications. The individual practices the highest ethical standards, team spirit, and openness to critical conversations.

Responsibilities may include, but not be limited to:

Oversee and implement a strategic communications plan
Manage creation of all print and online Park Scholarships content
Annual Report: develop ~40 pages of content, work with external designers and printers to produce a high-quality product
Recruiting materials
All web and social media content (profiles, news stories, press releases, etc.) and design
A bi-monthly e-newsletter
Write communications on behalf of the director, including correspondence, presentations, speeches, etc.
Create presentations and graphics
Manage Park Scholarships social media, including around special events such as NC State’s Day of Giving
Select and work with vendors as appropriate
Copy, edit and provide feedback on materials as needed by Park Scholarships staff
Manage communications with Park Scholars and staff/faculty via Google Groups or other means
Work with the Park Alumni Society to manage alumni communications via an internal online community

Other Work/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience/Education

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Departmental Required Skills

The Communications Manager must:
Work well with diverse volunteers, students, and colleagues as part of a team in a large, complex research university; understand how to communicate with diverse constituents
Demonstrate the ability to create and lead a strategic communications plan
Manage web, digital, and print media and adapt information to a variety of target audiences
Independently write and produce strong content that clearly communicates a variety of messages
Possess a strong design aesthetic, including the ability to originate concepts and communicate them by combining powerful images, text, and design
Demonstrate the ability to edit, proofread, and provide constructive feedback to other writers
Be able to quickly adopt the concepts of NC State’s brand, such as strategy, voice, tone, and visual identity, and the voice and tone of the Park Scholarships director
Effectively use social media to advance a brand
Effectively use and collaborate with Google tools available in G Suite including Gmail, Docs, Drive, Calendar, Slides, and Groups
Create presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides
Have the ability to take and edit high-quality photographs for use across publications
Attend to details well
Work proactively and independently
Handle ambiguity and be flexible
Manage multiple and competing priorities, projects, and deadlines
Manage time well
Demonstrate superior judgment
Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills
Build effective internal and external relationships

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

A bachelor’s degree in communications, English, marketing, public relations, or a related field, and progressively responsible and successful experience in communications or a related field is strongly preferred.

Preference for at least 5 years of experience and experience with:
Analyzing data and creating reports to assess effectiveness of marketing strategies
Working with a Content Management System (CMS) such as WordPress and an email provider such as Bronto
Adobe software such as Illustrator, Photoshop, or InDesign
Honors/scholars programs/students
Project management
Land-grant/research university or nonprofit contexts
Management of budget and accounting activities

Required License or Certification

NA

Special Instructions

Cover letter, resume and contact info for three professional references.

Applicants must also submit a portfolio of work to Other Document 1 (if electronic, upload a document that includes a link to your portfolio). If any work is not entirely created/produced by the applicant, please explain.

Job Open Date07/11/2019Must Be Open Until---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)07/17/2019Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?NoProposed Hire DateAlternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. If you selected "Other" for the previous question, please provide the source you learned about this opportunity from.

   (Open Ended Question)

Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Other Document (1)
4. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

1. Other Document (2)
2. Other Document (3)