Strategic Communications Lead: Crisis & Exec Messaging

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable University

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement matching 8%

Tuition waivers

Generous PTO & holidays

Full-time benefits

Job summary

DePaul University in Chicago seeks a Strategic Communications Specialist to support reputation management, crisis response, media relations, and executive communications for the Office of the President. You will conduct research, monitor digital reputation with social listening, and craft clear messaging for diverse audiences.

The role requires a strategic thinker with strong editorial and writing skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities on campus travel between Loop and Lincoln Park

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, marketing, communication, journalism, English or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of full-time communications experience utilizing a variety of tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of media production and dissemination techniques across written, oral, and visual media.
• Strong written and oral communications, AP style and grammar.
• Ability to perform under pressure and think analytically.

Responsibilities

• Produce talking points, statements, and articles to mitigate issues and enhance reputation.
• Lead media relations for at least two colleges, collaborating with deans and staff.
• Support communications for university initiatives and events, ensuring consistent messaging.
• Manage the president's LinkedIn account with content development and planning.
• Assist crisis response and training exercises for leadership and staff.
• Contribute to evaluation of initiatives using KPIs and regular reporting.

Skills

Public relations

Crisis management

Media relations

Editorial writing

Strategic thinking

Research & analysis

Social listening

Storytelling

Multitasking

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/Marketing/Communication/Journalism/English

Job description

DePaul University in Chicago seeks a Strategic Communications Specialist to support reputation management, crisis response, media relations, and executive communications for the Office of the President. You will conduct research, monitor digital reputation with social listening, and craft clear messaging for diverse audiences.

The role requires a strategic thinker with strong editorial and writing skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities on campus travel between Loop and Lincoln Park