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Director of Communications, Hybrid - College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University's overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati. About College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies At the University of Cincinnati College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies (CCPS), we believe that experiential learning and career education are essential components of higher education. In support of this, we develop and deliver innovative, high-impact courses, programs, and services that foster students' personal and professional development as dynamic, thoughtful, global citizens. Cooperative Education and Professional Studies (CCPS) faculty and staff have earned UC the distinction of being U.S. News and World Report's (2023) #1 public university for co-ops and internships. Job Overview The College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies is seeking a dynamic communications leader to strengthen strategic messaging with internal and external stakeholders. The Communications Director will be a member of the CCPS Senior Staff team. This position is a full-time, 12-month administrative role and reports to the Dean. CCPS participates in the University's alternative work program; the Communication Director's schedule is negotiable. Essential Functions Lead and supervise CCPS communication and marketing team (3 FTE). Establish cohesive communication strategy, college voice and consistent messaging and implement across multiple mediums/platforms. Effectively compile and utilize data to tell the CCPS story; maintain the college's official data repository. Create and implement recurring communication cycles and oversee centralized processes for official data reporting to internal and external stakeholders. Oversee development and execution of all CCPS communications, internal and external, including websites, social media, print/digital materials, and newsletters targeting various audiences including current and prospective students and parents, current and prospective employer partners, internal college partners, etc. Serve as main liaison to UC Marketing and Communications and Provost's Office Communications; support and collaborate on centralized efforts including media relations, marketing campaigns, etc. Create effective, strategic presentations for college leadership. Required Education Bachelor's Degree Required Experience Seven (7) years of relevant experience Additional Qualifications Considered Master's degree in related field. Evidence of strong written and verbal skills. Minimum of 2- 3 years of supervisory experience. Experience with various communication technologies. Experience working in large, complex organizations. Required Application Documents For the required materials below, please use the Additional Documents section in the application. Applications without these documents will not be considered for this position.