The University Communications department is responsible for developing and executing communication strategies, messaging, and engagement efforts that are aligned with the University’s mission and vision. Within the division, departments such as executive communications, strategic communications, strategic brand and digital engagement, and creative services, work together to ensure effective communication and engagement with internal and external audiences through traditional and emerging communication channels.
Primary Purpose of Position
The Director of Communications develops and manages an annual communication plan for Academic Affairs. Working with the Senior Director of Academic and Research Communications, the role provides guidance and leadership on communications efforts that highlight the university’s academic achievements and offerings and their alignment with key deliverables for the Office of Academic Affairs.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
High-level responsibilities include:
- Establishing an overarching communication plan and developing annual awareness and engagement strategies to reinforce the plan and promote division priorities.
- Communicating academic priorities of the Provost’s Office and its units through a variety of channels, including social media posts, website content and emails to faculty and staff.
- Establish alignment of student, faculty and staff award recognitions amplifying the work of faculty and students that is developed by college/unit communicators in collaboration with University Communications.
- Work closely with units within the division to ensure consistent, aligned and effective communication.
- Serve as primary editor of the key messaging platform for the Office of the Provost.
- Provide executive communications materials for the Provost.
- Develop materials, communication plans, and messages for units within the Division to effectively communicate new policies, processes, structures, programs, or procedures.
Minimum Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment and 5-10 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience writing for a content marketing agency, research or academic institution, freelance writing for clients or writing for a literary magazine or journal.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants
- Please provide samples of your writing that showcase your skill in tailoring your style to suit various audiences and objectives. Additionally, please share any collateral materials for which you created text copy that illustrates effective communication aimed at a specific audience within a broader campaign.
- This position is for UNC Charlotte Permanent employees only.
- Please do not apply for this position if you are not a current UNC Charlotte Permanent employee. Your application will not be considered.
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date
05/08/2025
Posting Close Date
05/13/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Proposed Hire Date
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date
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