at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Assistant Director - University Communications
Assistant Director - University Communications
Hiring Department: University Communications
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1026283
Posting Close Date: July 25, 2024
Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000 commensurate with experience
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
The Assistant Director, University Communications plays a pivotal role in enhancing the public image and reputation of the university through effective media relations, storytelling and reputation/crisis management. This position entails a steadfast dedication to upholding institutional integrity, safeguarding privacy and confidential information, managing crises effectively and fostering strategic partnerships. It requires a dynamic individual with excellent communication skills, traditional and new media expertise, and a keen understanding of higher education environments. The primary aim is to highlight and engage the university's strengths in teaching, research, student success and public service through proactive local and national media coverage.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Seek, prepare, write, review, and effectively disseminate compelling media content, news releases, media advisories, and other communications materials to ensure accurate and timely dissemination of information to media contacts.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with local, national and international media outlets to effectively pitch stories, arrange interviews, and secure media coverage highlighting the university's accomplishments, faculty experts, student success, research breakthroughs, and key events.
Monitor media coverage and social media conversations related to the university, analyzing trends, sentiment, and emerging issues to inform communication strategies and messaging.
Identify and foster relationships with expert sources, faculty, staff and students to ensure a consistent stream of positive story ideas and coverage for UIC's 16 colleges.
Proactively write, pitch and place UIC research, events, major grants/funding and faculty experts for topical, breaking, and trending news stories.
Respond to news media inquiries, schedule, and negotiate interviews and written content on deadline.
Cultivate and curate an aligned and collaborative landscape of storytelling across all channels and media.
Assist in providing crisis communications support and media training to address potential issues or emergencies, develop talking points and statements, and provide timely responses to stakeholders. Requires the ability to manage confidential data and information and ensure privacy standards are upheld.
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The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
