Purdue University
Director, External Relations
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, United States, 47907
Job Summary
The Director of External Relations for Purdue Bands and Orchestras will report to the Director of Purdue Bands. The director will serve as key contact for Band alumni and friends and will work with Band students, staff and volunteers in planning and implementing all alumni programs both on and off campus. The Director will also serve as the spokesperson for Purdue Bands and will coordinate all marketing and public relations activities for the department. The Director will design and implement an annual marketing and public relations program for University Bands, serve as the public relations and media contact on behalf of the department, edit and prepare materials for departmental outreach publications and programs, and supervise activities of student interns and volunteers.
Who We Are
Purdue Bands & Orchestras
is the home for instrumental music at Purdue University. The department consists of over 1200 students, ten faculty members, and eight support staff and coaches to create one of the most unique music programs in the nation. Purdue Bands & Orchestras has a mission to develop lifelong participants of music through extraordinary performances, innovative learning experiences, and valuable leadership opportunities in an environment where the uniqueness of all members is celebrated. To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.purdue.edu/bands/
Visit our YouTube, Facebook, X or Instagram to learn more about why we love Purdue Bands & Orchestras!What We Are Looking For
Education and Experience:Required:
Bachelors degreeA minimum of two (2) years of experience in marketing, public relations or relatedSkills:Required:
Highly motivated individual with strong relationship building skills and demonstrated capacity for leadership, organization and teamworkStrong conceptual understanding of public relations, and marketingStrong professional communication and listening skills and ability to represent the University with tact and diplomacy at all levelsPersonal computer and related software skills, e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, database, Internet, etc.Ability to continuously improve professional competency through participation in professional education opportunitiesAbility and willingness to travelOccasional evening and weekend workPreferred:
Familiarity with the University and the Purdue University Bands and OrchestrasAdditional Information
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this positionA background check will be required for employment in this positionFLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting PeriodBenefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial
Benefit Package
including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation daysPurdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
The Director of External Relations for Purdue Bands and Orchestras will report to the Director of Purdue Bands. The director will serve as key contact for Band alumni and friends and will work with Band students, staff and volunteers in planning and implementing all alumni programs both on and off campus. The Director will also serve as the spokesperson for Purdue Bands and will coordinate all marketing and public relations activities for the department. The Director will design and implement an annual marketing and public relations program for University Bands, serve as the public relations and media contact on behalf of the department, edit and prepare materials for departmental outreach publications and programs, and supervise activities of student interns and volunteers.
Who We Are
Purdue Bands & Orchestras
is the home for instrumental music at Purdue University. The department consists of over 1200 students, ten faculty members, and eight support staff and coaches to create one of the most unique music programs in the nation. Purdue Bands & Orchestras has a mission to develop lifelong participants of music through extraordinary performances, innovative learning experiences, and valuable leadership opportunities in an environment where the uniqueness of all members is celebrated. To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.purdue.edu/bands/
Visit our YouTube, Facebook, X or Instagram to learn more about why we love Purdue Bands & Orchestras!What We Are Looking For
Education and Experience:Required:
Bachelors degreeA minimum of two (2) years of experience in marketing, public relations or relatedSkills:Required:
Highly motivated individual with strong relationship building skills and demonstrated capacity for leadership, organization and teamworkStrong conceptual understanding of public relations, and marketingStrong professional communication and listening skills and ability to represent the University with tact and diplomacy at all levelsPersonal computer and related software skills, e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, database, Internet, etc.Ability to continuously improve professional competency through participation in professional education opportunitiesAbility and willingness to travelOccasional evening and weekend workPreferred:
Familiarity with the University and the Purdue University Bands and OrchestrasAdditional Information
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this positionA background check will be required for employment in this positionFLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting PeriodBenefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial
Benefit Package
including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation daysPurdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply