Coordinator, Visualization and Digital Multimedia Outreach (ViDMO)_

Coordinator, Visualization and Digital Multimedia Outreach (ViDMO)The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Coordinator, Visualization and Digital Multimedia Outreach (ViDMO).Position DetailsLocation Gulf Park730 East Beach BoulevardLong Beach, Mississippi, 39560United StatesDivision School of LeadershipPosition Type StaffEmployment Status Full TimeGrant Funded YesSalary Range 17.40 - 20.67Pay GradeN07Posting Close Date Open until filledSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsApplication review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.Application materials should be submitted through the University of Southern Mississippi website at sm.edu. Applicants must submit a cover letter, a current resume or CV, and a list of references (minimum of three).This position is located on the Gulf Park Campus in Long Beach, Mississippi.Job SummaryThe School of Leadership at The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a full-time Coordinator of Visualization and Digital Multimedia Outreach (ViDMO). This grant-funded position supports multimedia content creation designed to engage audiences, raise awareness, and drive outreach efforts for the Blue Economy, Coastal Resilience and Coastal Sustainability. This position will play a crucial role in supporting our operations by managing office functions, overseeing equipment inventory and reservations, coordinating media projects, overseeing social media platforms, and facilitating our film festival and other events. A collaborative spirit, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask will be essential in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.Primary Duties and Responsibilities+ Manages $2.4M budget, including making purchases, reconciling expenses, creating reports, and making recommendations on use of funds.+ Coordinates ViDMO projects, timelines, and budgets to ensure grant deliverables are being met.+ Manages inventory of office and media equipment and supplies, including the process for rental reservations, check-outs, and check-ins; ensures adequate stock levels and initiates repairs and replacement.+ Manages day-to-day office operations by handling correspondence, managing calendars, scheduling appointments, organizing meetings, and ensuring paperwork for vendors and subcontractors is complete and consistent with University standards.+ Assists with organizing ViDMO events, including logistics, catering arrangements, and attendee management.+ Develops and executes comprehensive social media strategies to achieve marketing goals.+ Other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, education, film, communications, or related field and 2 years of related experience in budgeting, process adherence, maintenance, and improvement; OR associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and 4 years of directly relevant experience in budgeting, process adherence, maintenance, and improvement.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities+ Adept in office systems and technology+ Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals+ Excellent organization and time management skills+ Resourceful and determined to provide a positive experience for others+ Detail oriented+ Ability to maintain and perform basic budgetary functions+ Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing+ Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare and edit reports+ Ability to anticipate needs+ Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues+ Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, and judgment in dealing with sensitive issuesPreferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and five years of directly related experience, including three years working in a university setting, two years budgeting experience, and two years’ grant experience.About The University of Southern MississippiSince our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.