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Compass Group, North America

COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Compass Group, North America, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550


At over 300 colleges & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.Job Summary

Working as a Communications Specialist for Chartwells Higher Education at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself! You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do, and you will have a high level of interaction with key stakeholders at both Chartwell’s and UNR. In this position, you will be responsible for providing high-level support to the Executive Leadership Team; as well as crafting, coordinating, and facilitating enterprise-wide communications, and strategic communications between Chartwells and our UNR client.Duties and Responsibilities

Create and execute communication plans.Develop and write copy for newsletters, events and programs for use online and offline, including but not limited to press releases, social media posts, budget narratives and internal and external email communications.Manage the development and distribution of print and electronic collateral.Collaborate with the Marketing and Communication team to develop content for paid, owned and earned media.Manage and develop key communications with Corporation Board members.Build, maintain and manage relationships with key media and partner organizations for information sharing and co-marketing.Work with university communicators to ensure coordinated promotion, appropriate use of brands and facilitate information sharing.Conceptualize and create opportunities to engage with local and national stakeholders, including key speaking opportunities.Identify and propose internal stories to help promote awareness of the Corporation and Administration to the media and general public.Establish, maintain and report on relevant metrics and results for all communication programs.Organize and manage other special events, projects and programs as needed.Additional duties as assigned.Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of two years in related communications or public relations field experience.Exceptional organizational and computer skills.Highly motivated, flexible and capable of multi-tasking.Make sound judgments, using tact and diplomacy to respond to conflicts and problems.Manage a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities and maintain confidentiality.Excellent written and verbal communication skills including speaking in public.Proven resourcefulness to work under pressure and to work with tight deadlines.Experience with various e-mail marketing and press management software.Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA.Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits.

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