Director Of Communications And Marketing

Director of Communications and Marketing

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Recruitment/Posting Title

Director of Communications and Marketing
Job Category
Job Category

Staff & Executive - Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations/Communications
Department
Department

University Librarian
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Director of Communications and Marketing for the Rutgers University Libraries ( RUL ). Reporting to the Vice President for University Libraries and University Librarian, this position serves as the chief communications officer for

RUL

and is a member of the library leadership team.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Develops and implements a comprehensive communications program for the Libraries that elevates awareness of library services, resources, programs, and initiatives, among key audiences and stakeholders(internal and external) through the strategic and creative use of a variety of communication and marketing channels.
Directs the Rutgers University Libraries ( RUL ) marketing and communications program.
Serves as the primary person for developing formal, system-wide communications spanning four campuses – Camden, New Brunswick, Newark, and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ).
Produces Libraries publications and communications in all media formats
Creates and distributes content that provides news and information about the libraries and its programs.
Supervises the work of the Libraries' Senior Web Content Specialist to ensure consistent and appropriate messaging across platforms.
Manages vendor relationships and expenses for marketing and promotion items and major publications.
Recruits, hires, and manages full time and student employees in accordance with University policies and negotiated contracts.
Contributes in the strategic advancement of the libraries by serving on the library leadership team.
Bachelor's degree in public relations, marketing, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates appropriate skill, comprehensive knowledge, and understanding, of promotions, marketing, public relations, writing, editing, and project management.
A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, or public relations.
Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Possesses and demonstrates excellent communication skills, and strong computer literacy knowledge to include standard industry software.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in strategic communications/social media, website content development in the higher education, libraries, or publishing industries.
Experience using software and platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Sprout Social or other social media management tool, Mailchimp, WordPress and Drupal platform.
Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions
Posting Number
Posting Number

24ST0716
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date

03/27/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applicants please submit 150 word writing sample highlighting the collections in our Special Collections & University Archives.
Regional Campus

Home Location Campus
Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City
State
State

NJ
Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Director of Communications and Marketing

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations/Communications

Department

University Librarian

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Director of Communications and Marketing for the Rutgers University Libraries ( RUL ). Reporting to the Vice President for University Libraries and University Librarian, this position serves as the chief communications officer for

RUL

and is a member of the library leadership team.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Develops and implements a comprehensive communications program for the Libraries that elevates awareness of library services, resources, programs, and initiatives, among key audiences and stakeholders(internal and external) through the strategic and creative use of a variety of communication and marketing channels.
Directs the Rutgers University Libraries ( RUL ) marketing and communications program.
Serves as the primary person for developing formal, system-wide communications spanning four campuses – Camden, New Brunswick, Newark, and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ).
Produces Libraries publications and communications in all media formats
Creates and distributes content that provides news and information about the libraries and its programs.
Supervises the work of the Libraries' Senior Web Content Specialist to ensure consistent and appropriate messaging across platforms.
Manages vendor relationships and expenses for marketing and promotion items and major publications.
Recruits, hires, and manages full time and student employees in accordance with University policies and negotiated contracts.
Contributes in the strategic advancement of the libraries by serving on the library leadership team.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Status

Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

08

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary

101444.000

Annual Mid Range Salary

128401.000

Annual Maximum Salary

155358.000

Standard Hours

37.50

Union Description

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview

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Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in public relations, marketing, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates appropriate skill, comprehensive knowledge, and understanding, of promotions, marketing, public relations, writing, editing, and project management.
A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, or public relations.
Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Possesses and demonstrates excellent communication skills, and strong computer literacy knowledge to include standard industry software.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in strategic communications/social media, website content development in the higher education, libraries, or publishing industries.
Equipment Utilized

Experience using software and platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Sprout Social or other social media management tool, Mailchimp, WordPress and Drupal platform.
Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

24ST0716

Posting Open Date

03/27/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants please submit 150 word writing sample highlighting the collections in our Special Collections & University Archives.
Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

Location Details

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a bachelor's degree in public relations, marketing, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates appropriate skill, comprehensive knowledge, and understanding, of promotions, marketing, public relations, writing, editing, and project management?

Yes
No

* Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, or public relations?

Yes
No

Required Documents

Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact Info)
Optional Documents

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .

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