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Communications and Engagement Manager

The Institute for Assured Autonomy, a joint endeavor by the Johns Hopkins Whiting School for Engineering and Applied Physics Lab, is currently recruiting for a Communications Associate to propel the mission of the institute to become a driving force for assured autonomy. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency to oversee and execute strategic projects from conception to reality. They will also be proficient in defining and reporting on metrics relating to ROI.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and execute communications strategies that position the institute as a premier thought leader and nationally recognized center of excellence by working closely with its leadership and other personnel at the Whiting School of Engineering and the Applied Physics Lab
  • Serve as a trusted strategic advisor, crafting clear messages and selecting appropriate channels, as needed Ensure all public statements and releases are aligned with strategic initiatives and comply with any contractual obligations Act individually and with marketing teams and vendors to craft captivating content for external and internal audiences, including, but not limited to: articles, graphics, presentations, marketing materials, displays, events, digital media, newsletters, podcasts, blogs Distribute said content via social media, newsletters, marketing efforts, publications, press releases, the IAA website and more
  • Position the institute’s directors and affiliated researchers as thought leaders including via national speaking engagements
  • Develop and maintain internal and external mailing lists by segment (academia, government, industry) in coordination with CRM
  • Maintain and update IAA WordPress website
  • Oversee the creation and execution of institute-specific and affiliated events
    Provide consultation and recommendation related to the development of communication for major publications and/or significant initiatives/programs/partners- including pitches and PR efforts
  • Publicize the institute’s flagship projects and research findings for wide impact and influence across mainstream and trade media
  • Provide consultation and recommendation for paid and organic media and communications efforts
  • Serve as subject matter expert in multiple communication vehicles. Work with leadership to target and market potential research and news stories
  • Plan and support communications to foster national and local partnerships and strategic collaborations
  • Provide thought-leadership on emerging trends in communications and design
  • Oversee management of budgets, vendors, selection of vendors etc. as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications (Mandatory):

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field.
  • Four years related experience.
  • Advanced degree may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.*

* JHU Equivalency Formula: 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

** Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Four years of relevant professional experience are required, to include branding, collateral creation, communications, PR, social media, and integrated campaigns based on research and analysis.
  • An advanced understanding of marketing and communications strategy, development and maintenance of best practices in traditional, web and social media standards is required.
  • Demonstrated experience in assessing multifaceted situations and collaborating across complex organizations. Experience working with creative teams in a dynamic environment. Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, analytical, critical thinking, project management and organizational communications skills. An ability to operate independently, set priorities, and adjudicate competing needs in a fast-paced organization. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to translate complex research or scientific data into materials for lay audiences. Project management experience. Demonstrated ability to build collaborative working relationships and identify, assess, and meet diverse client needs. Ability to organize workflow, prioritize and manage multiple projects with minimal direction, meet deadlines, think critically and creatively, and exercise sound judgment. Experience communicating with, and partnering with industry, government and federal agencies preferred. Experience in a supervisory role, preferred. Samples of writing, project management, strategic plans are desired.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    Proficient in CRM software (SalesForce), CMS platforms (WordPress), Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Analytics, social media and digital marketing platforms.

Supervisory Responsibility:

  • May supervise communications staff and/or students assisting with communications related tasks.

Classified Title: Communications Associate
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD
Starting Salary Range: $59,870 - $82,250
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: 37.5
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: ​​​​​​​Homewood Campus
Department name: ​​​​​​​IAA-Institute for Assured Autonomy
Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

Johns Hopkins has mandated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, as applicable. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending on campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

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The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

EEO is the Law
Learn more:
https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
Important legal information
http://hrnt.jhu.edu/legal.cfm

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