Communications Manager - 131828

Staff and Administrative

Why work at BYU?

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the university's mission : "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life ."

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth all situated within a beautiful and historic campus make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

BYU Continuing Education Communications Manager

Continuing Education's (CE) Communications Manager supports communications within CE and external communications with campus partners, university administration, and the Church Education System (CES). The manager fosters positive and effective internal communications. The external communications elevate the reputation of all CE products and programs and promote and strengthen external relations.

What you'll do in this position:

Internal communications:

• Foster effective, positive internal communications within CE.
• Preserve and promote CE's identity to foster alignment, boost morale, and inform CE employees and partners.
• Working with internal partners, collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to review and improve communications' effectiveness.
• Provide support for internal executive communications.
  
  
  

External communications:

• Elevate understanding and reputation of CE products and programs on campus and within CES.
• Provide support for executive communications.
• Preserve and promote CE's identity with campus and CES.
• Participate in coordination of brand messaging used with CE, campus, and CES to remain consistent with external messaging and university guidelines.
• Coordinate with in-house and third-party collaborators to review and improve content.
  
  
  

Employee supervision and coordinate content creation

• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor part-time student employee staff.
• Oversee daily operations and deadlines.
• Manage staff's performance effectiveness, production efficiencies, timeliness, and terminations.
• Provide student experiential learning, professional guidance, support, and mentorship to team members.
• Partner with CE Multimedia Services on graphic content.
  
  
  

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or related field.
• 4 or more years of work experience in public relations, communications, marketing, or related field.
• Or the equivalent combination of both education and work experience.
  
  
  

Preferred

• Master's degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or related field.
  
  
  

What we offer in return:

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits , including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays 22 days paid vacation 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
• Discounts to Continuing Education programs
  
  
  

Employee Class: Administrative

Work Location: Provo Campus

Environment: General office or other equivalently good environment

Physical Exam Required: N

Physical Exam Details: N/A

Desired Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Close Date: 06/14/2024

Pay Level: 54

Approximate Starting Salary: $77,500 to $100,500 (DOQ)

Documents Required at time of Application:

Required: Cover Letter, Resume

Optional: Letter of Recommendation 1

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!

Salary : $77,500 - $100,500