Communications Coordinator

Date Posted: 02/03/2023
Req ID: 29581
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Library Admin
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00042170

Description:

About us:
The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

The University of Toronto Libraries system is the largest academic library in Canada and is consistently ranked in the top ten among academic research libraries in North America. The system consists of 40 libraries located on three university campuses: St. George, Mississauga, and Scarborough. This array of college libraries, special collections, and specialized libraries and information centres supports the teaching and research requirements of over 300 graduate programs, more than 70 professional programs, and about 700 undergraduate degree programs. In addition to more than 12 million volumes in 341 languages, the library system currently provides access to millions of electronic resources in various forms and over 31,000 linear metres of archival material. More than 150,000 new print volumes are acquired each year. The Libraries' data centre houses more than 500 servers with a storage capacity of 1.5 petabytes.

The UTSC Library is integrated into the UTL system but operates independently, developing its own services, and programs. The UTSC library supports research and study by housing an extensive network of scholarly materials in many formats. The library offers an extensive reference and research service and holds a local collection of print items, journal subscriptions, sound recordings, videos and films, a leisure reading collection, special research and archival collections. The library’s collections are complemented by our services and professional staff of librarians and technicians that support the daily operation of a library that is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion to help create a truly rich and engaging academic experience.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your opportunity:
As Communications Coordinator, you are a creative and collaborative communications professional that will utilize your skills as part of the UTSC Library team, as well as with the Marketing and Communications group. You will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of communications designed to develop strong relationships between the UTSC Library and key constituency groups including students, faculty and the greater UTSC community. You will promote awareness of the Library’s resources, services and facilities across campus while fostering a growing level of engagement between the UTSC Library and the broader community. You will support the Library’s strategic communication plan and initiatives and work with UTSC’s Marketing and Communications team to contribute towards campus communication goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Writing and editing digital communications
• Drafting and editing content for print and/or online communications channels
• Analyzing and recommending options for the development of visual expression/layout of digital assets
• Verifying that all digital communication collateral adheres to brand identity and University style guides
• Determining the logistics required for the implementation of communication initiatives
• Probing for information from clients regarding the development of marketing and/or communications materials
• Producing promotional and outreach materials
• Creating and maintaining presence on social media platforms

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Digital and/or Multimedia Design, Marketing, Public Relations or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum four years related experience in the communications field, including writing documents, articles, producing digital and print communications or producing multi-media communications and creating content for social media platforms
• Experience designing, creating and editing online communications; creating brochures, newsletters, promotional pieces and press releases and strong working knowledge of basic HTML and content management systems
• Superior oral and written communication skills; ability to be tactful, professional and approachable; excellent attention to detail; impeccable accuracy in grammar, spelling, proofreading and content verification and excellent research and interviewing skills
• Advanced desktop publishing skills (such as Adobe Creative Suite), intermediate MS Office skills (Excel and Word), advanced PowerPoint skills, intermediate photo and video editing, ability to use a digital SLR camera and have basic videography skills
• Demonstrated expertise in social technology (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Flickr, blogs, wikis, RSS, social bookmarking, discussion forums) and online monitoring and measurement of platforms (e.g. Google Analytics, HootSuite)
• Must demonstrate an understanding of project management principles with good organizational, time-management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple and concurrent deadlines and initiatives
• Applicants are expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment

Assets (Nonessential):

• Experience working in a university/college environment
• Experience with Drupal

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Communicator
• Meticulous
• Problem solver
• Resourceful
• Self-directed
• Team player

Additional Notes:

• A copy of the full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office.

Closing Date: 02/17/2023, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 09 -- $60,006 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $76,739. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Library Services

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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