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University of California - Santa Barbara

Manager of Internal Communications

University of California - Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190


Job Posting Details

Payroll Title:

COMM SPEC 4

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.Job Code:

5887Job Open Date:

9/25/24Application Review Begins:

10/10/24Department Code (Name):

PINF (NEWS & COMMUNICATIONS)Percentage of Time:

100Union Code (Name):

99 - Non-RepresentedEmployee Class (Appointment Type):

Staff: CareerFLSA Status:

ExemptClassified Indicator Description (Personnel Program):

MSPSalary Grade:

Grade 24Pay Rate/Range:

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $94,400 - $95,868/yr. The full salary range for this position is $94,400 - $176,800/yr.Work Location:

1124 Cheadle HallWorking Days and Hours:

Mon - Fri; 8 am - 5 pmBenefits Eligibility:

FullDepartment Marketing Statement The Office of Public Affairs and Communications is responsible for providing strategic communications support for UC Santa Barbara, working with both internal and external audiences. OPAC tells the exciting and important story of UCSB to the general public and our campus community.Brief Summary of Job Duties Reporting to and working closely with the Vice Chancellor for External Relations, the Manager of Internal Communications helps strategically evaluate, manage, and improve UC Santa Barbara's internal communications directed primarily at staff and faculty audiences. The position requires proactive and creative thinking about the range of work performed across UC Santa Barbara and how campus leaders can communicate effectively to diverse groups of staff and faculty to achieve strategic goals. Duties include writing, editing, and coordinating message distribution with campus leadership, monitoring metrics, and developing feedback systems.Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Communications, English or related area7-9 years of relevant experience in communications, including internal communications.Experience using advanced skills to create and implement strategic communication plans.Demonstrated experience using advanced skills to advise management on all aspects of communications.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills.Excellent analytical and project management skills.Advanced knowledge of communications strategies and media.Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education and/or the public sector.Understanding of digital communication channels.Ability to synthesize results and identify action plans.Special Conditions of Employment

Ability and willingness to work some weekends and evenings.Satisfactory criminal history background check.UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.Job Functions and Percentages of Time

50% Developing Communications StrategiesSupports the VC-ER and CMO in developing strategies for effective communications.Works closely with VC-ER and senior campus leadership.Participates as a representative of the Office of Public Affairs and Communication on campus committees.Builds trusted relationships with university leaders.50% Writing, Editing and Researching CommunicationsServes as lead internal communications liaison.Oversees a strategic internal communications program.Establishes internal communications strategies.Develops and manages strategic initiatives.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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