Digital Communications Manager Alumni Relations

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Staff Vacancy Announcement
The
Office of Alumni Relations
invites applications for a
Digital Communications Manager
. The
Digital Communications Manager
will be responsible for helping to share the stories of the University and its alumni while enhancing the organization’s virtual presence (e.g., website, social media feeds, email marketing, etc.) in an effort to increase outreach and engagement.
Under the supervision of the Director of Alumni Relations, the person in this position will be responsible for creating, publishing, branding and maintaining high-quality content across the organization’s print and digital platforms. With a passion for storytelling and social sharing, the individual in this role will be responsible for developing digital content strategies and leading the creation and dissemination of news and feature stories.
Flexible scheduling and hybrid work will be considered (especially as some night and weekend work will be required for events and engagement opportunities).
Essential functions of this position include:
• Manage the creation, development and execution of digital communication initiatives and supports the development of digital communications strategies
• Collaborate with the UM Marketing and Communications sector to amplify UM and alumni successes and traditions through creative storytelling and outreach (including through The Montanan, the award-winning UM magazine)
• Execute a results-driven social media strategy that supports the goals and objectives of the Office of Alumni Relations
• Develop and curate engaging content for social media platforms
• Create emails and digital newsletters to support alumni programs and services including communications from campus partners
• Establish and manage an email calendar to strategically schedule all alumni communications – internal and across campus
• Manage the UM Alumni website
o Includes web page development and daily maintenance, as well as online form and event creation
• Maintain unified brand and voice across social media channels, digital communications and print publications
• Works with the UM Foundation to ensure the integrity of data syncs between the database and digital communications platforms
• Act as the liaison and provide technical support for all digital communications platforms for constituents, as well as for Alumni staff and campus partners
• Explore new opportunities to engage with UM alumni across the world
• Support and attend local Alumni events (business travel is possible)
• Attend staff and partner meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Uphold the organization’s mission through work performed
Required Skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills (written, verbal, and visual)
• Highly developed organization and project management skills
• Ability to set priorities and manage competing demands
• Ability to translate complex subject matter into compelling content for social media and digital communications
• Ability to work productively in a collaborative team setting, or individually
• Knowledge of Adobe platforms
• Demonstrated ability to quickly master new technical skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic and evolving environment
Minimum Required Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in digital content creation, marketing, public relations, advertising, customer engagement or community management
• Proven ability to create high-quality and engaging digital content
Preferred Qualifications
• Video and photography content generation and editing experience
• CMS management experience (Cascade, Drupal, WordPress, etc.)
• Experience building an online community
• Experience with iModules or similar email platform
• Familiar with **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
• Familiar with Higher Education policies and procedures
About the Office of Alumni Relations and UM
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Office of Alumni Relations and the Alumni Association play an integral role in the success and viability of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. The Montana Alumni vision is to be recognized as a leader in alumni engagement through establishing valuable lifelong connections between alumni, friends of UM and each other and empowering the UM global community to support and advance UM in its pursuit of excellence. The Montana Alumni office reaches out to more than 105,000 alumni and friends, helping them to stay connected to UM through events, programs, services, and both on- and off-campus activities. We fund scholarships for deserving legacy students and sponsor many programs and activities that connect alumni with each other and their alma mater. The Office of Alumni Relations and Alumni Association are committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our alumni to stay connected to their alma mater.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
To learn more about **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.
• University of Montana
o Video: Mission First, People Always
o UM on YouTube
Position Details
Position Title: Digital Communications Manager
(Media Information Specialist)
Position Number: New
Department: Alumni Relations
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week, 12 months/year), This position has a variable work schedule.
Salary: $18.266
/hr –Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan, email the Compensation Department.
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
Probationary Period: Six months minimum
Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

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