Department:

Administration

Location: Belknap Campus

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req ID: R101223

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English or related field and three or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Position Description:

This position supports overall external and internal communications strategy for the University Libraries working in collaboration with the Dean of Libraries, Senior Administrative Team members, the Development Office, and the Office of Communications & Marketing.

This includes but is not limited to:

• Creating content for print and social media that tells the story of the libraries' impact on UofL students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, the regional community and other constituents.
• Increasing visibility of stories and events about the libraries' services, collections, events and personnel; develop approaches to assessing engagement.
• Supporting development strategy regarding donors and other constituents to foster and strengthen relationships, steward gifts, and engage in on-going cultivation and events.�

The position also supports effective internal communications for University Libraries employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop communication strategies for University Libraries key messages and stories; Develop and produce marketing & public relations materials, including for fundraising purposes; Research and write content for Libraries newsletters, website, blogs, social media, etc.; Seek additional opportunities for marketing the libraries in collaboration with campus communications and development personnel; Explore and evaluate emerging communication channels; Track and measure user engagement to determine effectiveness of content and communications channels; Create branding resources for use by the libraries administration and units; Facilitate team of library and departmental communications coordinators to develop content ideas and ensure timely distribution of messages; Work with the Dean's Office, unit committees and other personnel to ensure information is shared across the organization in a timely and effective manner; Assist with developing content for SharePoint; Conduct research on relevant communications issues at other academic libraries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in communications, marketing, public relations, social media, or event planning.
• Experience working in a higher education or non-profit setting.
• Experience working in an academic library. �
• Experience with design of newsletters, outreach materials or social media graphics.
• Experience with social media management.

Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and an ability to work successfully with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Creative problems-solving ability.
• Ability to develop and execute an action plan.
• Ability to work effectively in a leadership role, as part of a team and independently.

Target Compensation Maximum:

$72,826.00

Target Compensation Minimum:

$47,476.00

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.