Position Details
Position Information
Department
TallWood DesignInstitute (FOR)

Position Title
Manager 1-Outrch & Engag

Job Title
Outreach Manager

Appointment Type
Professional Faculty

Job Location
Corvallis

Benefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary

The TallWood Design Institute in the College of Forestry is seeking a Outreach Manager. This is a full-time(1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.
Outreach and education to professionals in architecture, engineering, construction and wood products manufacturing about the use of mass timber and other wood products in the built environment is a key function of the TallWood Design Institute (TDI).
This position, in many respects, deals with the "face" of TDI. The incumbent will be responsible for designing, monitoring and managing TDI's outreach program, including: authoring, assembling and updating outreach materials; planning outreach events; supervising web and print-based communication efforts; maintaining and growing our external networks; managing close linkages with our affiliated researchers; and creating and managing communications and marketing strategies.
The Outreach Manager will work collaboratively with TDI team members, associated faculty and allied professionals. This work includes amassing and keeping current a library of information on various mass timber topics, documenting and disseminating research results and other newsworthy developments for fact sheets and web updates, giving presentations, and representing TDI at various events, trade shows and conferences.
The professional audience for TDI outreach includes building code officials, government officials, architects, structural engineers, wood products manufacturers and contractors.
Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100 undergraduate degree programs, 80 graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities

25% Outreach
25% Content Development and Technical Writing
25% Marketing and Communications
25% REACTS Consortium Management
What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering, architecture, construction management, wood science, or a closely related field, OR a Bachelor's degree in an unrelated discipline and at least 3 years of professional experience in structural engineering, architecture, construction management, wood science, or a related field.
• Domain-specific knowledge or industry experience in fields relevant to the work of the TallWood Design Institute (wood science, architectural design, wood products manufacturing, structural engineering, construction management).
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Strong organizational, supervisory, and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills, especially writing and presenting.
• Computer literacy, including: MS Office Suite, collaborative software (Zoom, Teams) and website maintenance.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have

• At least two years of experience in communications, outreach, marketing or business development.
• Master's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or wood science.
• Teaching experience to students or industry.
• Grant writing experience.
• Experience working with mass timber products and systems.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Travel/driving is required (20% max) to attend trade shows, conferences and events, lead or participate in educational events and tours, and to meet with industry and collaborators.

Pay Method
Salary

Pay Period
1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date
Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range
$60,288-$80,000

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/107212
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P08069UF

Number of Vacancies
1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
09/09/2024

Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
05/13/2024

Full Consideration Date
Closing Date
06/24/2024

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

This posting has been re-opened in order to expand the original applicant pool.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
Letters of Reference will be requested for finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three (3) referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.
For additional information please contact:
Iain Macdonald
iain.macdonald@oregonstate.edu
541-737-5096
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu .