University of Texas at Arlington
Director of Media Relations
University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, Texas, United States, 76000
Special Instructions
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.Position Information
Posting Number:
S05747PPosition Title:
Director of Media RelationsUTSystem Title:
DirectorDepartment:
VP Mktng, Msgn, & EngmntLocation:
ArlingtonJob Family:
Communications/Public AffairsPosition Status:
Full-timeWork Hours:
StandardWork Schedule:
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pmOpen to:
External and InternalSalary:
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $120,000.We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. For more information on benefits, please visit
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits .University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System.Job Summary
The Director of Media Relations manages, leads, and provides operational and editorial direction of the University’s central media relations staff. In coordination with the chief communications officer, develops and executes integrated communications and media relations strategies to promote University initiatives and expand its positioning among key audiences and influencers.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and manage owned and earned news media strategies and operations.Develop proactive strategies to disseminate appropriate news and information.Work collaboratively with other members of MME to ensure clear communications.Monitor and engage multiple media channels.Lead a dynamic team of media relations staff.Provide editorial content direction for owned media/news content.Utilize a data-informed approach to communications planning.Manage the MME news content calendar.Design and implement media relations strategies.Serve as a University spokesperson.Facilitate crisis communications support.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, public relations, marketing, public affairs or related degree and a minimum of five (5) years of communication experience.Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field with seven (7) or more years of experience.Previous experience in higher education or public agency.Experience as a manager or supervisor.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.Exceptional writing/editing skills.Demonstrated excellent oral and written communications skills.Knowledge of news media practices.In-depth knowledge of communication analytics.Demonstrated leadership and management skills.Other Requirements
Working Conditions:CBC Requirement:
A criminal background check will be conducted on applicants under final consideration.EEO Statement:
The University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination.ADA Accommodations:
The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.Number of Vacancies:
1Minimum Number of References Required:
3Maximum Number of References Accepted:
3Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents:
Resume or CV, Cover/Interest LetterOptional Documents:
Portfolio or Work Samples, Publications, Writing Sample
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Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.Position Information
Posting Number:
S05747PPosition Title:
Director of Media RelationsUTSystem Title:
DirectorDepartment:
VP Mktng, Msgn, & EngmntLocation:
ArlingtonJob Family:
Communications/Public AffairsPosition Status:
Full-timeWork Hours:
StandardWork Schedule:
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pmOpen to:
External and InternalSalary:
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $120,000.We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. For more information on benefits, please visit
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits .University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System.Job Summary
The Director of Media Relations manages, leads, and provides operational and editorial direction of the University’s central media relations staff. In coordination with the chief communications officer, develops and executes integrated communications and media relations strategies to promote University initiatives and expand its positioning among key audiences and influencers.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and manage owned and earned news media strategies and operations.Develop proactive strategies to disseminate appropriate news and information.Work collaboratively with other members of MME to ensure clear communications.Monitor and engage multiple media channels.Lead a dynamic team of media relations staff.Provide editorial content direction for owned media/news content.Utilize a data-informed approach to communications planning.Manage the MME news content calendar.Design and implement media relations strategies.Serve as a University spokesperson.Facilitate crisis communications support.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, public relations, marketing, public affairs or related degree and a minimum of five (5) years of communication experience.Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field with seven (7) or more years of experience.Previous experience in higher education or public agency.Experience as a manager or supervisor.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.Exceptional writing/editing skills.Demonstrated excellent oral and written communications skills.Knowledge of news media practices.In-depth knowledge of communication analytics.Demonstrated leadership and management skills.Other Requirements
Working Conditions:CBC Requirement:
A criminal background check will be conducted on applicants under final consideration.EEO Statement:
The University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination.ADA Accommodations:
The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.Number of Vacancies:
1Minimum Number of References Required:
3Maximum Number of References Accepted:
3Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents:
Resume or CV, Cover/Interest LetterOptional Documents:
Portfolio or Work Samples, Publications, Writing Sample
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