Communications and Marketing Manager - Austin, United States - University of Texas at Austin

Description

Job Posting Title:

Communications and Marketing Manager - Addiction Research Institute

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Hiring Department:

School of Social Work

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Apr 30, 2025

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

This is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding. Some travel required.

Purpose

The Communications and Marketing Manager position will develop and implement a communications strategy for the Addiction Research Institute (ARI) and associated programs in accordance with priorities established by the Addiction Research Institute (ARI) executive team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Addiction Research Institute (ARI) executive team to develop and implement a strategic plan for communication and media relations that elevate the national presence of the institute and associated projects.
• Coordinate and mange engagement with media.Prepare research materials and talking points under advisement of Director to assist executive team members and/or other designations in their management of media inquiries.
• Coordinate communication and marketing duties as assigned to promote the Addiction Research Institute (ARI) and its programs, events, and projects.
• Develop annual communications strategy and brand awareness plan for the Addiction Research Institute (ARI) and associated programs in accordance with priorities established by the Addiction Research Institute (ARI) executive team.
• Implement communications plan. Update and adapt plan based on priorities identified by the executive team.Coordinate resources and staff to meet goals as directed.
• Plan, create and post social media content on Addiction Research Institute (ARI) website and social media channels.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in communications, digital marketing, journalism, or a related field. At least 2 years of experience working in communications, journalism, media relations, public relations, or marketing. Demonstrated expertise with WordPress and Google Analytics. Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments. Ability and flexibility to work in a fully team-centered environment. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Some travel required. Values the contributions of others in the work environment.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

More than required years of experience working in marketing and communications. Experience working in higher education, public policy, or nonprofit settings. Experience with copy writing.

Salary Range

$65,000 - $70,000 depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Ability to work remotely

Work Shift

• M-F, Flexible between 8am-6pm

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• Writing samples

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
• E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas