Hiring Department

Executive Communication & Marketing

Job Description

The University of Missouri's Marketing and Communications Division seeks a Director of Communications to serve as a dynamic advisor for Mizzou's Division of Research, Innovation and Impact. This position is responsible for the development, implementation and measurement of an integrated communications strategy for the Division of Research to achieve University of Missouri priorities. This position reports to the Assistant Vice Chancellor in the Division of Marketing and Communications and serves as part of the MarCom leadership team. This position also has reporting responsibilities to the Vice Chancellor for Research.

This collaborative leader will serve as a central contact for information on research and creative activity funding, storytelling and resources for faculty, staff and students. The director will lead a four-person team, including communications directors at two of Mizzou's largest research centers, to provide a multi-channel communications strategy, creative services and delivery that effectively brings awareness to target audiences.

Essential Duties

• Direct the development, implementation and measurement of an integrated communications and marketing strategy to achieve leadership's priorities.
• Provide executive counsel, advice and support to the Vice Chancellor for Research and other senior leaders to ensure high-quality communications and alignment of the brand narrative for the Division of Research, Innovation and Impact.
• Supervise all operations of the research communications team.
• Lead and assist communications directors overseeing the Bond Life Sciences Center and the Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building.
• Serve as brand champion for Mizzou and the Division of Research, Innovation and Impact and ensure consistency in tone and message across all marketing communications and initiatives.
• Maintain positive interpersonal relationships and exhibit effective written and oral communication skills.
• Serve as a member of the university's Marketing and Communications group.
• Engage and collaborate with other units at the university to provide cohesive messages regarding research and scholarship initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external resources.
• Cultivate and maintain a team-oriented and customer-focused culture that retains and attracts excellent talent.
• As a leader of the institution, this individual must conduct all activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Acts, Title IX, Rehabilitation, Americans with Disabilities Act and local, state and region affirmative action plans. Other duties and responsibilities will be expected to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.
  

Shift

40 hours/week, M-F

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• A working knowledge of social media best practices and various social media platforms.
• An understanding of visual storytelling, including graphic design as a storytelling platform for LED screens and social media, and experience collaborating with photo and video teams.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $78,562-$120,078

Grade: GGS-13

University Title: Director I Strategic Communications

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.