Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Based on Qualifications 

Department/Organization: 200006 - OAA Faculty/Staff Affairs

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm

Note to Applicants: This position is eligible for remote work. 

Job Summary: The Office of Academic Affairs Communications Program Director identifies, develops, and implements strategic communication efforts and marketing strategies disseminated by the Office for Academic Affairs (websites, social media, newsletters, and memos for specific issues, activities, services, campaigns, or projects). Coordinates OAA's web and social media presence. Assists in special projects and activities related to the strategic goals of OAA and the University.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications; OR master's or higher and two (2) years of experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications.

Skills and Knowledge: Understanding of a broad range of communication strategies and facets of messaging (social media, websites, etc.). Competence in writing, editing, and creative direction. Ability to clearly convey messages through writing and strong graphic design skills. Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Ability to think and plan strategically as part of a team to develop and implement appropriate tactical support of the plan. Strong project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with marketing and communications technologies (content management systems, Google Analytics, web design and content development for various channels, etc.). Experience in marketing and communications in higher education. Experience working with designers, print shops, and others in communications field. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office products, and imaging editing software. Experience in building and maintaining websites (HTML, JavaScript, web page editors, etc.).

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster

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