Communications and College Relations Director - New York, United States - The City University of New York (CUNY)

The City University of New York (CUNY)

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Description

Communications and College Relations Director (HEO)

Office of Communications

POSITION DETAILS

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Communications and Marketing, the Director of Communications will design and implement an aggressive communications program that supports Hunter College's strategic objectives and advances Hunter College's mission.

The Director will also serve as college spokesperson as needed.

Responsibilities include:

Develops an overall media outreach plan for the College to promote key initiatives, special events, and fundraising news. Determines media strategy and enhances approach in response to outcomes.
Works with the Provost's Office, deans, and departmental chairs to develop newsworthy items for media promotion and to establish a list of experts for media pitches in response to breaking news.
Serves as media advisor to college administrative and faculty leadership. Provides media training and briefings to college personnel as needed.
Contributes to overall digital content strategy for the College, including internal and external communications, social media, enewsletters, and other digital communications
Collaborates with the Division of information Technology on website development projects
Collaborates with the College's Multimedia Center on the development and use of photography, video, and related multimedia resources
Designs and implements systems that actively measure, manage, optimize and communicate the performance of the content issued by the College in relation to the operational objectives and strategies
Researches, writes, edits and proofreads news releases, media advisories, opeds, statements, blog posts and other communications vehicles as needed
Writes statements and talking points
Working with the AVP, develops an overall media outreach plan for the College to promote key initiatives, special events, and fundraising news
Serves as liaison to CUNY media relations team.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of AP style.
Strong leadership skills, ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and make sound decisions in a fastpaced environment; required to work independently, multitask and manage multiple projects and situations simultaneously and with diplomacy.
Excellent verbal, written, listening, editing and presentation skills with proven success placing stories in toptier outlets.
Experience managing media relations on sensitive issues and/or crisis situations.
The ability to communicate in writing is an important jobrelated competency.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Directs College communications and public relations efforts.- Establishes goals consistent with the College mission and works collaboratively with senior management to develop short
- and long-range plans to further College outreach

Develops and maintains comprehensive press, public relations, and internal communications strategies
Represents the College to a variety of external and community organizations, establishing good working relationships and twoway communications on areas of common interest
Oversees College web site and other major communications vehicles, such as publications
Plans, organizes, and implements special events including conferences, receptions, and informational programs
Develops and implements campaigns to foster awareness of College activities and initiatives
Researches and develops speeches and other critical communications by senior management
Maintains media relationships and serves as spokesperson representing the College
Identifies and leverages opportunities to promote the visibility and reputation of the College.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name:
Communications and College Relations Director

CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Officer

FLSA
Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary commensurate with education and experience ($90,634-$124,656).

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.

We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.

Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

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