Supplemental Information

Northwestern State University seeks qualified applications for the position of Assistant Director of Communications.
To apply: Submit letter of application, resume, transcript, portfolio and three professional references to: apply@nsula.edu.

It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.

In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Student Advocacy and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email obannonj@nsula.edu. Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu.

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Taylor Camidge (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email camidget@nsula.edu. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field of study and 1-3 years full-time experience in media or public relations
• Demonstrated proficiency in media/public relations, writing and communications skills
• Experience in a team-oriented, collaborative environment, strong analytical and creative problem solving skills

Job Concepts

• Be committed to excellence in supporting and promoting Northwestern State University, its student and faculty and continually seeking professional growth
• Work closely with the Director of Communications, the Director of Public Information & Media Relations, the Office of Marketing and Branding, Alumni and Development and other units on campus on projects and initiatives to generate positive attention for Northwestern State University and expand and enhance the university's image and profile among alumni, prospective students and the public
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with departments and personnel throughout the university to remain informed about programs, services, events, accomplishments and individuals that can be promoted, publicized and highlighted to increase public awareness of excellence and achievements at the university and underscore Northwestern State's reputation as an innovative leader in higher education.
• Assist with generating media coverage and assist with public relations initiatives and projects that include producing and disseminating creative news releases, feature stories, indepth profiles on faculty, staff, students and alumni, coordinating interviews and promotion of the university through social media, visual projects and internal and external publications
• Assist with research, writing, editing and compiling information and materials for a variety of publications, including magazines, brochures and publications for recruitment, fund raising and program development