Concord University is hiring: Public Relations and Content Manager in Athens

Job Category Staff Position Title Public Relations and Content Manager Working Title Public Relations and Content Manager Scheduled Hours Per Week 37.5 FLSA Status Exempt

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Content and Public Relations Manager oversees the development and implementation of content for University marketing and advertising strategies.

The manager also manages media and public relations work on behalf of the University in accordance with the mission, vision, and goals of the institution.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility

* Serve as the primary writer for internal and external content of the institution.

* Responsible for the development and maintenance of the voice and style of the University in conjunction with the Director of Marketing.

* Develop content for a variety of media highlight the mission, vision, goals, strategic plan, and other related areas for the University.

* Creating and releasing press releases, newsworthy items, and official University statements to media.

* Serve as the point of contact for media and public relations inquiries and interview requests including pitching stories to media partners.

* Coordinate public relations initiatives and activities, to include but not be limited to press conferences, promotional events, and university sponsored events.

* Responsible for university digital and print publications

* Assisting marketing team and Advancement Office with events, projects, and other duties as directed.

* Assist with campus photography and videography as needed.

* Attend on-campus and off-campus events as deemed appropriate during the daytime and evening hours.

* All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

% of Time 100

Education/Knowledge

Minimum Education Bachelor's Required Licenses/Certification

Required - Bachelor's degree in English, Writing, Marketing, Public Relations, Media, Communications, Journalism, or another related field.

Preferred - Master's degree in English, Writing, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or another related field.

Required Skills

* Excellent oral and presentation skills

* Excellent writing and editing skills

* Ability to organize workflow, identify priorities, and manage multiple projects at once

* Content Management Service and website management experience

* Social media and digital campaign experience

* Traditional and print media experience

Required Experience

Type of experience Needed Public relations work Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years) More than 3 years

Posting Detail Information

Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Additional Information

Concord University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1872 as a state Normal School to prepare teachers, Concord University (CU) is a public, career focused liberal arts institution located in rural southern West Virginia.

Concord University (CU) offers talented individuals a wide array of fulfilling career opportunities from entry through academic or administrative professional levels. To maintain an outstanding talent pool, we employ individuals regionally, nationally, and internationally to attract top candidates.

If you are looking for more than just a job, then I encourage you to browse our website and visit our job opportunities regularly. Learn more about Concord University and why it should be your first choice, not only for quality educational opportunities but also for exemplary employment.

Applications will only be accepted through Concord University's online application site at https://jobs.concord.edu/. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Concord University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Concord University offers outstanding benefit packages including:

* Work week of 37.5 hrs.

* Holidays - Employees receive 13-14 Paid Holidays Annually

* Annual and Sick Leave -Staff earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year.

* Health Insurance - Concord University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA).

* Tuition and Fee Waivers- Professional development and education opportunities including tuition waiver program for employees, spouse, and eligible dependents.

* Retirement Plans - TIAA's automatic retirement plan is a 401(a) plan into which six (6) percent of the employee's total salary is automatically withheld pre-tax and deposited into the employee's TIAA retirement account. The university matches the employees 6% contribution

* Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.

* Mountaineer Flexible Benefits. This is an IRS approved, tax free account that saves money on eligible health, medical, dental, and dependent care expenses.

* Annual Increment Pay

Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.concord.edu/postings/2799