What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Communications (Communications Generalist), Office of Student Life Marketing position at Indiana University Bloomington?

Job Summary

We are seeking a Communications leader to craft compelling copy that advances the story of the Office of Student Life. This role produces high-quality content for diverse platforms, supporting Student Life's marketing and communications while aligning with Indiana University's branding.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

Leads strategic, intentional, and comprehensive communications planning and implementation efforts for the Office of Student Life and its departments, determining when and where communications take place to most effectively reach target audiences.
Works with other members of the communication and marketing team to ensure communications connect with what others create (designs, social media, photography, video, etc.) to implement the very best work that meets Student Life's goals.
Leads a full-time Communication Specialist who supports Student Life's communications efforts.
Leads writer and editor of copy for campaigns, websites, emails, printed pieces, social media captions, and more.
Sends and manages several email journey projects consisting of a mix of recurring and one-off emails via SalesForce / Marketing Cloud.
Writes and edits longer form blog posts and articles, interviewing subjects when necessary.
Connects with University-level communications team to collaborate, amplify, and advance our communications.
Produces monthly, quarterly, and annual communications reports.

General Responsibilities

Independently creates basic and complex communications for print and e-distribution on behalf of department or large multi-faceted department and in support of departmental goals and objectives; communications may be interdepartmental; staff, faculty, or student-focused; or external.

Responds to inquiries and requests and explains policies, procedures, and context of communications.

Manages relationships with various internal and external stakeholders and creates communications coverage for relevant initiatives, events, and programs.

Prepares communications timelines and shares progress of communications toward relevant deadlines with manager, team members, and other relevant constituents.

Regularly monitors relevant social media and news sites; researches relevant subject matter to increase knowledge in area(s) of specialty.

Utilizes various communications software programs and delivers communications in multiple formats to a variety of audiences.

Monitors industry trends and best practices and makes process and operational recommendations to manager.

May provide guidance to lower-level Communications Generalists.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, public relations, or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

5 years in relevant field

SKILLS

Required

Proficient communication skills

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

Highly thorough and dependable

Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

Possesses a high degree of initiative

Ability to influence internal and / or external constituents

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

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Work Location

This is an in person position

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

65,00-75,000 annually, based on education and experience.

Work Hours

This is a full time, exempt position.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with generous IU contributions

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Basic group life insurance paid by IU

Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting

Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses

10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year

Generous paid time off plans

Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level : Advanced

FLSA : Exempt

Job Function : Marketing & Communications

Job Family : Communications Generalist

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000

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