Director of Marketing and Communication
- Employer
- Saint Catherine University
- Location
- Minnesota, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Apr 9, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Business & Management, Marketing & Sales, Communications, Other Communications, Public Relations & Advertising, Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Community Relations & Institutional Outreach, Public Relations & Marketing (Campus)
- Employment Type
- Full Time
TheMarketing Communicationsdepartment invites
applications for aDirector of Marketing and
Communicationsposition.
Members of the Marketing and Communications team are storytellers
who create engaging and dynamic marketing messages and materials
that raise the profile and awareness of St. Catherine University.
Members of this team serve as the voice of St. Kate’s, representing
our diverse student body, our commitment to social justice, and
helping to achieve our organizational mission.
TheDirectoris a key member of the Marketing and
Communications team. This person will help develop and direct a
comprehensive program that advances the university’s marketing and
communications goals by presenting and marketing St. Kate’s in a
compelling way that is consistent in a variety of mediums and
across multiple channels. This position works cross-functionally
with our internal partners and clients to meet strategic goals,
develop effective marketing materials and campaigns, and help drive
organizational growth. The Director’s focus includes undergraduate
and graduate recruitment efforts, strategic communications,
reputation-building and brand awareness; and public relations. This
position also brings an analytic and data-driven approach to the
work that fosters smart, effective strategies and messages.
Responsibilities will be to:
- Lead and implement integrated, comprehensive communication and
marketing strategies for student recruitment, reputation, and
philanthropy.
- Supervise staff and lead the effort in development and
implementation of effective branding for the University.
- Develop strategic, integrated marketing plans, including
marketing strategy for new and existing programs in collaboration
with the Vice President of MarComm, Academic Affairs, and
Admissions and Enrollment, including establishing goals and
objectives.
- Oversee the implementation of outreach, recruitment, and
marketing strategies across programs – including campaigns, events,
digital marketing, and public relations outreach
programs.
- Manage the activities of diverse marketing and communication
functions, which include planning, coordinating, administering, and
evaluating programs, projects, processes, policies, systems, and
standards; determining strategic and ongoing work priorities; and
allocating financial and human resources.
- Create an environment that supports collaboration, high-quality
work products, and creativity.
- Partner with project manager to ensure distribution and quality
of work; qualify, prioritize, and delegate workloads for team
members.
- Provide leadership, vision, and direction to team and clients,
including providing expertise and advice to campus leadership
regarding internal and external public relations
matters.
- Mentor and develop team members to fulfill their greater growth
potential; lead team to actively participate in campus life to
ensure deep awareness of University story as it continues to
evolve
- Develop strategic communications to communicate with
constituent audiences during times of crisis, including but not
limited to community messages, talking points, and media statements
in collaboration with the VP of MarComm, Media Relations
Specialist, and University leadership and/or spokespersons.
St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls nearly 5,000 students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications,
Marketing, Public Relations or related degree
- Advanced experience in marketing, communications, or public
relations
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience
- Superior, AP-style writing and editing skills; strong attention
to detail
- Experience translating deep customer insights into content strategy approach that is personalized, relevant, and strategic
St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us athr@stkate.eduor 651-690-6565.
Application instructions for STAFFVisitSt. Kate
Careersto apply. Please submit a cover letter detailing your
interest in the position and how your experience aligns with the
position requirements. Please also include up to 3 work samples
that demonstrate your experience in leading a marketing or
communications project. This may include but it is not limited to
writing samples, campaign materials or plans, or marketing
materials. Three references and successful completion of a
background check will be required for employment. Application
deadline is April 25, 2021.
St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free
Workplace
Our university is a proud member of the Upper MidwestHERCand is committed to recruiting and retaining
outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career
couples. For more information and to find other higher education
jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit:
www.uppermidwestherc.org.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- *What is your highest level of
completed education?
- Some high school
- High school diploma or GED
- Some college
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Some graduate school
- Master's degree
- ABD
- Professional degree (e.g., JD, MD)
- Doctoral degree
- *For any degrees beyond high school,
what was your area of focus?
(Open Ended Question)
- *How many years of full-time
supervisory experience do you have that included performance
evaluations and time-card approval?
- None to some
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years or more
- *St. Kate’s is committed to making
Inclusive Excellence a reality and has identified “Drive a Culture
of Inclusive Excellence” as one of six priorities in the strategic
plan. Give a specific example of how you have promoted a culture
that values diversity, equity and inclusion in your current or
recent role(s).
(Open Ended Question)
- *Are you presently legally authorized
to work in the United States for any U.S. employer? Please be aware
that St. Catherine University is only able to consider candidates
who are authorized to work in the United States.
- Yes
- No
- *St. Catherine University welcomes
applications from candidates who are traditionally
under-represented. We are happy to consider candidates who are
currently in possession of a temporary work visa, however, please
be aware that we do not offer employment visa sponsorship. Will you
now or in the future require an employer to sponsor you for an
employment-based visa/status in the U.S. (e.g. H-1B status)?
- Yes
- No
- Maybe
- *Can you perform the essential
functions of this position with or without accommodation?
- Yes
- No
- *How did you hear about this
opportunity?
- St. Catherine University website
- St. Catherine University employee
- Academic Jobs
- American College Personnel Association (ACPA)
- Association of Catholic Colleges/Universities
- Association of Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- College or University website
- Council of Independent Colleges
- DisabilityConnect.com
- Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
- DiversityConnect.com
- Google Jobs
- HigherEdJobs
- Higher Education Case Managers Association (HECMA)
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine
- IMDiversity
- Indeed
- Inside Higher Ed
- Insight Into Diversity
- Latinos in Higher Ed
- LGBTConnect.com
- LGBTQ in Higher Education
- Minnesota College Professionals Association
- Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
- MinnesotaWorks.net/Minnesota Workforce Center
- Minority Jobs
- NAFSA: Association of International Educators
- National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
- National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA)
- National Conference on Race and Ethnicity (NCORE)
- OutandEqual.com
- People of Color in Higher Education
- Pioneer Press
- Pollen Midwest
- Saint Paul Chamber of Commerce (SPACC)
- SimplyHired.com
- Star Tribune
- StudentAffairs.com
- Twin Cities Senior Student Affairs Officers listserv
- VeteransConnect.com
- Women in Higher Education
- ZipRecruiter
- Other
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other Document 1
- Other Document 2
- Writing sample #1
- Writing sample #2
- Writing sample #3
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