Posting Number: 02435
Department: Student Services
Job Summary/Basic Function:
JOB GOAL:Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Strategic Enrollment Management and Public Relations, develops communication for external and internal audiences regarding college-wide information. With the secondary, but dual report to the College President, this position manages Presidential social media and all communication to on and off campus communities.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- In collaboration with the Executive Director of Strategic Enrollment Management, conceptualizes comprehensive, integrated communication campaigns for internal and external audiences, educating the public about college activities, and recruiting students
- Assures quality and appropriateness of institutional communication programs and initiatives, whether internally or externally produced.
- Contributes to plans for institutional communications channels, including public and media relations, and publications of the website and intranet.
- Provides direct and proactive advice, consultation, and assistance to senior leaders, as well as the college community, regarding public information matters, to include providing direct assistance in researching, providing information and developing messages.
- Participates as an active member of the college marketing communications team to create effective communications and public relations campaigns.
- Ensures institutional branding and quality control of public relations/communications projects and activities.
- Serves as the designated spokesperson for the organization and its affiliates, if applicable.
- Acts as the Public Information Officer for the Emergency Response Team to draft and deploy communications.
- Prepares written communications to the campus community on behalf of the President.
- Provides social media/photography support for Presidential pages.
- Performs duties in the absence of the Executive Director of Strategic Enrollment Management and Public Relations.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14 state employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to hr@everettcc.edu if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or marketing, or equivalent education and experience.
- Two or more years of experience in public relations, media relations, communications, or a related field.
- Exceptional writing skills, editing skills, and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of and/or experience with photography, digital cameras, and integration of images into web products.
- Experience with emergency communications
- Desire and ability to work cooperatively as part of a creative team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Higher Education experience preferred
Physical Demands:
Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment Ability to see to read and verify data and prepare various materials Ability to hear and speak to exchange information on the phone or in person
Work Hours: Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. Summer schedule is condensed to 4 10s Monday through Thursday with Fridays off.
Posting Date: 10/10/2022
Closing Date:10/28/2022
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Everett Community Colleges mission is to educate, equip, and inspire each student to achieve personal and professional goals, contribute to our diverse communities and thrive in a global society. Furthermore, the Colleges vision, strategic plan and core themes value, respect and uphold equity, cultural competence and inclusion. We are committed to hiring a Vice President of Human Resources that exemplifies the vision, mission and core values of our institution.
Everett Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or age.
Notice to Applicants
Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Drug-Free Campus
In compliance with federal and state regulations, EvCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are required to comply with EvCCs policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notification of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety.
The complete policy is available at the EvCC Policies page. If you would like a printed copy of the policy, or if you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 425-388-9229.
Safety and Security
EvCC strives to be a safe, secure and prepared campus for our students, staff and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety, Security and Emergency Management page. This information is required by law and is provided by the EvCC Security Department. If you would like a printed copy of this information, you may contact the Security Department at (425) 388-9990.
Per Governor Inslees
Proclamation 21-14 state employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to
hr@everettcc.edu if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.
Salary: $65,000