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Chief Communications and Marketing OfficerPosting Number: req21935Department: University Marketing & CommunicationsLocation: Main Campus, Tucson, AZ, USAThe University of Arizona (U of A) seeks a creative, visionary, and experienced professional to serve as its next Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (CCMO). Reporting directly to the President, the CCMO will act as a strategic thought partner and a dynamic and collaborative member of the senior leadership team that is helping forge a new direction for one of the world’s preeminent public research universities.With the arrival of our new President Suresh Garimella, the U of A is positioned for a strong financial future with an accelerated focus on its mission of excellence in educating students, conducting outstanding research, and delivering on its land-grant mission. The CCMO will advance the university’s goals, enhance public awareness, and maximize the reputation and potential for growth.Duties & Responsibilities:Lead Communications and Marketing Strategy, Providing Executive Counsel: Develop a strategic, overarching, integrated communications strategy that effectively engages all internal and external stakeholders while broadly increasing the visibility of the University of Arizona’s mission, reputation, and impact.Lead Communications and Marketing Professionals, Building Institutional Capacity: Serve as the strategic leader of the communications and marketing functions, continuously assessing staffing and operational needs.Drive Effective Brand Reputation Management and Media Relations: Oversee proactive and reactive reputation and brand management functions at the university, including anticipating and preparing for issues and events with potential reputational impact.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Extensive knowledge of industry best practices in communications, messaging, marketing, branding, and positioning.Proven ability to develop and execute strategically sound and tactically efficient, results-oriented communication and marketing activities.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solver, and relationship builder.Minimum Qualifications:A bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of leadership experience with a record of directly applicable success.Track record of hiring, managing, motivating, and retaining high-performing and diverse teams.Outstanding project management skills and experience.Preferred Qualifications:Advanced degree highly preferred.FLSA: ExemptFull Time / Part Time: Full TimeBenefits Eligible: Yes - Full BenefitsType of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest describing relevant experience.Diversity Statement: At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. #J-18808-Ljbffr