Chief Brand & Communications Strategist

UIS Observer; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time Off

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Job summary

UIS Observer is seeking a Senior Director of Marketing & Strategic Communication to serve as the chief communications strategist at the University of Illinois Springfield. This role involves overseeing integrated marketing strategies, leading the Department of Strategic Communication, and influencing the university's narrative.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree and over 10 years experience in marketing and strategic communications, along with exceptional leadership and communication skills. Responsibilities include crisis communication, supervisory oversight, and budget management.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in marketing or strategic communications.
• Proven ability to develop enterprise-wide marketing strategies.
• Exceptional communication skills for executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated marketing and brand management strategies.
• Supervise communications and media relations.
• Manage crisis communications and institutional initiatives.

Skills

Leadership in marketing and communication

Data-informed strategy development

Crisis communication

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Project management software

Drupal content management system

Slate

Job description

UIS Observer is seeking a Senior Director of Marketing & Strategic Communication to serve as the chief communications strategist at the University of Illinois Springfield. This role involves overseeing integrated marketing strategies, leading the Department of Strategic Communication, and influencing the university's narrative.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree and over 10 years experience in marketing and strategic communications, along with exceptional leadership and communication skills. Responsibilities include crisis communication, supervisory oversight, and budget management.