Job posting - Sustainability Communications & Marketing Manager Opening at UMass Amherst As a member of the UMass Amherst University Relations team, the manager will lead the development and implementation of communication and marketing plans to advance the University’s reputation as a global leader in sustainability. The manager will be responsible for implementation of and follow-through for the UMass Amherst Green Visibility Campaign, a three-year effort to establish the University as a national leader in sustainable-related teaching, research and campus life. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study with three years communications and marketing experience to include familiarity with sustainability issues, such as energy efficiency strategies or behavioral change campaign techniques; experience applying marketing principles, concepts, strategies and best practices; organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple projects; strong written and interpersonal communication skills, including presentation and group facilitation skills; record of successfully applying concepts and principles of digital media and social media strategies, metrics and tactics; ability to creatively apply tools to reach communication and marketing goals; technical skills in computer applications for web publishing; ability to communicate with, motivate and support diverse working groups; ability to work efficiently and effectively in a team structure with other professionals and vendors. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a higher education environment, launching and managing marketing or promotional campaigns, and with Drupal. The manager is a term position, ending in April, 2016 unless extended at the discretion of the Vice Chancellor for University Relations. Hiring salary range: $41,100 - $51,500; normal starting salary range: $41,100 - $46,300. The priority application deadline is January 20, 2015. However, applications will be accepted beyond that date until the position is filled. Please apply online at umass.interviewexchange/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=55804 and submit a letter of interest, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members.
Posted on: Tue, 06 Jan 2015 15:32:37 +0000