Director of Marketing and Communications

Apply for Job Job ID 370908

Location Twin Cities

Job Family Marketing & Communications

Full / Part Time Full-Time

Regular / Temporary Regular

Job Code 9365MG

Employee Class Acad Prof and Admin

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About the Job

Position Summary :

The College of Science and Engineering (CSE) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Marketing and Communications to lead efforts in advancing our mission. This is a critical leadership role for a creative and strategic professional who will develop and execute a comprehensive, integrated marketing and communications strategy. This role is crucial for advancing CSE's visibility, reputation, and impact as a premier college of research, innovation, and education in the global STEM landscape.

The Director is the senior leader responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive, integrated marketing and communications strategy for CSE. S / he serves as a key strategic advisor to the Dean and collegiate leadership, ensuring all internal and external communications align with the College's strategic plan and University brand standards. The successful candidate will lead a team of marketing and communications professionals to tell the compelling story of CSE's faculty, students, and research, driving engagement with key audiences including prospective students, alumni, donors, industry partners, and the public.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership, Planning, and Executive Communications (Approx. 30%)

• Strategic Planning : Lead the design and implementation of an objectives-driven and performance metrics-driven marketing and communications plan that directly supports collegiate goals for enrollment, research funding, philanthropic support, and reputation growth.
• Executive Counsel : Serve as the primary marketing and communications advisor to the Dean and executive team, providing counsel on key initiatives, institutional priorities, and public positioning.
• Key Messaging & Narrative : Develop clear, compelling key messaging narratives to articulate the College's mission, vision, and the impact of its science and engineering research, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
• Budget & Resource Management : Develop and manage the College's marketing and communications budget, resource allocation, and vendor relationships.

Integrated Marketing and Content Strategy (Approx. 25%)

Brand and Reputation Management, Media Relations, and Issues Management (Approx. 25%)

Team Leadership and University Collaboration (Approx. 20%)

H-1B sponsorship may be provided to those who currently hold a valid visa and are present in the United States.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

About the Department

The College of Science and Engineering (CSE) is ranked among the top engineering and science academic programs in the country. The college includes 12 academic departments offering a wide range of degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels.

For more information about the College of Science and Engineering Office of the Dean, visit

Pay and Benefits

Pay Rang e : $160,000-$200,000; depending on education / qualifications / experience

Time Appointment : 100% Appointment

Position Type : Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).