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University Of Florida

DIR, Communications

University Of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, us, 32635


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Job no:

534126 Work type:

Staff Full-Time Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories:

Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Executive/Director/Management Department:

28011502 - VM-PR

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Dir, Communications Job Description: STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS, REPUTATION MANAGEMENT, & MARKETING Leads the development and implementation of cost-effective, research-based, measurable strategic communications and marketing plans to enhance the College of Veterinary Medicine’s reputation on a national level across its missions of research, education, and patient care and to grow volume for the college’s clinical programs and services among various stakeholders. Leverages compelling communications tools to shape powerful storytelling and develops effective campaigns and materials, serving as project manager, writer, and editor for a variety of content and publications. MULTIMEDIA STORYTELLING Helps shape the UF College of Veterinary Medicine story using multimedia approaches to achieve defined communications objectives. Writes, edits, produces, and distributes content that informs audiences of the college's collective accomplishments. SOCIAL MEDIA Guides social media strategy across platforms to enhance the reputation and visibility of the college. Develops and posts content in accordance with best practices. NEWS DISSEMINATION Generates and oversees distribution of news releases focusing on key scientific and clinical developments at the college. MEDIA RELATIONS/ISSUES MANAGEMENT Manages all media relations efforts involving administration, faculty, staff, and students at the college. WEBSITE MANAGEMENT Creates a robust web presence for the College of Veterinary Medicine. Manages content strategy for the college’s website. EVENT PLANNING/COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT Serves on committees and travels as needed to plan and promote certain internal and external college events. MEASUREMENT & EVALUATION Gathers data and conducts research to inform strategies; establishes defined goals and develops metrics to track success. Salary:

Commensurate with experience Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and eight years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess: • Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and oral presentation skills. • A commitment to creativity, accuracy, attention to detail, and a customer service-oriented attitude. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. • Effective time management and organizational skills. • High level of diplomacy and tact. • Superior spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills. • Experience with fundraising communications at a large university or in the health sciences. • The ability to communicate clearly with diverse constituencies. • Ability to meet deadlines and work independently. Special Instructions to Applicants: In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, list of references, and writing samples. Application Deadline:

11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Advertised:

05 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard Time Applications close:

09 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard Time The University is committed to non-discrimination in all aspects of employment.

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