Public Relations and Communications Manager

Department: Ecampus
(XEC)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary
Range: $60,00 -$68,000

Job Summary:
The Division of Educational Ventures is seeking a Public Relations and
Communications Manager. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Division of
Educational Ventures (DEV) is a growing, innovative, and collaborative organization with a commitment to providing high-quality online
education. The division extends Oregon State University’s exceptional learning experiences including microcredentials, certificates, and
degrees available to students throughout Oregon and around the world.

The division includes Ecampus, offering over 100 online and
hybrid degree programs; the Ecampus Research Unit (ECRU), conducting and supporting original research in online teaching and learning; the
Corporate and Workforce Education Unit (CWE), creating pathways for learners employed by partners in business and government; the Center for
the Outdoor Recreation Economy (CORE), providing workforce development for the outdoor recreation industry; the Open Educational Resources
Unit (OER), aiding faculty in adopting open course materials; and the Alternative Credential Unit (ACU), developing short-form educational
opportunities

The Public Relations and Communications Manager plays a critical role in advancing the division’s strategic goals and
promoting its reputation through the development and execution of comprehensive communication strategies. This position is responsible for
leading internal communications, public relations, media relations, and thought leadership content development. The Public Relations and
Communications Manager leads communications development and execution for the division as well as division units, including Open Educational
Resources, Alternative Credentials, Ecampus Research Unit, Corporate and Workforce Education and the Center for the Outdoor Recreation
Economy.

This position reports to the Senior Director of External Relations and works closely with the Senior Marketing Manager of
External Relations as well as other marketing and communication colleagues within the division. For public relations efforts, this position
will work closely with OSU’s University Relations and Marketing division.

Oregon State University and the Division of Educational
Ventures maintain and enhance a collaborative and inclusive community that is dedicated to equity and equal opportunity. All employees of
this division are responsible for ensuring that these commitments are achieved. This position supports these goals directly by developing
and distributing communications that represent the division’s inclusive excellence mission.

Ecampus currently operates on a hybrid
schedule, Tuesdays and Thursdays are designated in-office days as well as additional days as needed.

Why
OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic
community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We dont wait for challenges to present themselves – we seek them out and
take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and
heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to
build a better future for all.

FACTS:

Top 1.4% university in the world
More research funding than all
public universities in Oregon combined
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12
experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and
belonging for everyone
100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
35k+
students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
217k+ alumni worldwide
For more interesting facts
about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon
State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the
Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon States beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of Americas best
college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the
Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an
eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon
State University offers a comprehensive benefits
package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health
and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package,
including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional
six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a
Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about
the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities
50% – Division and Unit
Communications

• Develop and implement a communications strategy for the division.
• Create and manage division
  communication channels, including division website, newsletters, intranet, and email communications.
• Intake communications requests
  from division units. Develop communications, manage projects from start to finish and ensure that deliverables meet the needs of the unit
  and audience.

25% – Public Relations and Media Relations

• Develop and execute a public relations strategy
  to enhance the divisions public image.
• Cultivate relationships with media outlets, journalists, and key stakeholders.
• Work
  with colleagues in University Relations and Marketing to draft and distribute press releases, media pitches, and other materials to promote
  events, achievements, and initiatives.

20% – Thought Leadership Content Development

• Lead the creation of
  thought leadership content, including articles, op-eds, and blog posts.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to showcase the
  divisions intellectual capital.
• Develop a content calendar and oversee content distribution through various digital and traditional
  channels.

5% – Professional Development, Service and Leadership

• Provides service to both the unit and
  university by working on committees and projects.
• Represents and attends relevant workshops, conferences, and meetings, gaining and
  sharing knowledge and expertise and networking with colleagues.
• Contributes to equity, inclusion, and diversity as part of assigned
  duties and/or service.

What You Will Need

• Bachelors degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a
  related field OR a Bachelors degree in any field with 4 years of professional experience in communications, public relations or
  marketing.
• Two years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or media relations.
• Strong written
  and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages from complex subject matter for diverse audiences.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in using digital communication tools and platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders.
• Creative and
  innovative mindset for developing content.
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity

What We
Would Like You to Have

• Professional experience working in higher education.
• Professional experience working in online
  learning.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Ecampus currently operates on a hybrid schedule, Tuesdays and
  Thursdays are designated in-office days as well as additional days as needed.
• Typical office environment.
• This position
  may require travel.
• This position may require working events after hours or on the weekends.

Special Instructions to
Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A
cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to
submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application
process.

We encourage all candidates to identify transferable skills and comparable experiences that may meet the qualifications of
this position. If you have questions about the qualifications for this position, please feel free to contact Danielle Franklin at Danielle.Franklin@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by
advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage
applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ
community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU
will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/151702

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