Temporary Associate Director for Community Relations - Princeton, United States - Princeton University

Princeton University

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Princeton, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Overview:

OCRA serves as the primary liaison between the University and its surrounding community on a wide variety of local and regional issues.

The office advances Princeton's mission by building strategic relationships with external partners and promoting ongoing engagement between the University and the communities in which it resides.

The Temporary Associate Director for Community Relations will work independently on projects using guidelines prepared by OCRA staff.

Projects include coordinating employee outreach initiatives, fostering positive interactions between the University and the community, data-gathering and preparation of annual reports.

The Temporary Associate Director for Community Relations will also assist with Princeton University's Community Auditing Program (CAP).

Responsibilities:

Community Relations
Organize annual outreach initiatives and events including but not limited to: summer internship program, backpack donation drive, campus farmers' market, faculty/staff Red Cross blood drives, Reading with the Tigers, the university's holiday initiatives, etc.
Gather content for recurring and annual reports
Coordinate meterbag requests, banner requests with municipal officials
Oncampus primary and general election polling site coordination
Resource Recovery program coordination
Attend community events as needed
Communications
Develop content and draft weekly newsletter using Constant Contact
Maintain the OCRA website
Manage the OCRA social media accounts
Use Adobe Creative Cloud to craft communications materials for events and special intiatives
Office Operations
Provide scheduling support for Assistant Vice President for Community and Regional Affairs
Use University systems to manage office financial reporting including creating requisitions, assisting with expense reports, and drafting reports
Provide support to Community Auditing Program manager during peak registration periods

May be asked to take on additional tasks as needed to respond to departmental priorities and new initiatives at direction of Assistant Vice President for Community and Regional Affairs.

Qualifications:
Essential Qualifications

Excellent organizational skills, ability to work independently with a high level of accuracy and energy, manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to interact effectively with others.
Ability to manage confidential information
Experience with conference/event planning and operation
Strong problemsolving skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet firm deadlines
Flexibility; resourcefulness; adaptability to changing needs and demands
Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Cloud
Proficiency in social media (Facebook)

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Princeton University policies, procedures and systems
Ability to monitor and update web pages

Remote work is not an option for this position.

A background check will be required prior to hiring.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Standard Weekly Hours: 0.00 Eligible for Overtime:

Yes Benefits Eligible:

No Probationary Period:
N/A Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail):
No Estimated Appointment End Date: 12/31/2024

Physical Capacity Exam Required:
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