Title: Associate Vice Chancellor for University Relations

Division: Development and University Relations

Position Number: 0937

Department/Program Overview:
The mission of the Division is to expand the University’s relationship with its many publics for purposes of increasing both the financial and human resources of the University; to maintain the goodwill and support of the University’s many publics; and to market the University, its programs and services to their best possible advantage.

The purpose of the Associate Vice Chancellor for University Relations is to develop and implement a communication strategy that promotes and enhances the university’s reputation and contributes to the achievement of institutional goals. The Associate Vice Chancellor for University Relations is responsible for the research, planning, implementation and evaluation of communication programs targeted at building affinity and increasing involvement and financial support from key constituents for the University. Scope of operation includes university spokesperson, public relations management, university’s branding and web presence, and overall leadership of the Department of University Relations.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Plan, direct, coordinate, and execute all aspects of the university’s strategic branding, marketing and communications plans and policies.

2. Represent the Division for Development and University Relations on numerous university committees.

3. Develop and justify annual budget including requests for additional state and non-state funds as needed.

4. Recruit and evaluate qualified professional staff to work in the areas of media relations, web development, graphic design, marketing, publications and special event planning.

5. Cultivate, develop and maintain a productive working relationship with all parts of the media by serving as the chief spokesperson for the university.

6. Provide guidance to university senior leadership, boards and personnel regarding marketing/communications issues and raising the university’s public visibility in support of enrollment, fundraising and institutional image building.

7. Manage crisis communications.

8. Carry out special projects as assigned by the Vice Chancellor for Development and University Relations.

9. Participate in strategy development and implementation for the Division of Development and University Relations and other duties as assigned by the Vice Chancellor for Development and University Relations.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Marketing, Marketing Management, Communications or a related field.

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in marketing management, marketing communications, publications, public relations and advertising is required.  Experience in leading an integrated marketing staff, developing strategic marketing plans, consistent with the university’s strategic priorities.  Excellent communications, interpersonal, creative leadership skills are required.

• Applicant must also have management experience with multiple reporting lines, and the ability to take responsibility for administering policies, planning and purchasing, administering and managing marketing/communications operating budgets.

Application Procedure:
Interested applicants must submit an Administrative and Faculty Employment Application, a current resume, cover letter, unofficial transcript, and the names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three professional references to the person below. An official or certified copy of the transcript will be required prior to any interview as a finalist for this position.  Those that applied to the position previously do not need to reapply for consideration.

Gwen Evans, Search Committee Coordinator
Development and University Relations
North Carolina A&T State University
1601 E. Market Street, Suite 400 Dowdy
Greensboro, NC 27411

Phone: (336) 334-7600 ext. 2222, Fax: (336) 334-7094, Email: gdevans@ncat.edu

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Deadline for accepting applications:  November 21, 2009
 

Position Available:  December 1, 2009

 N.C. A&T COMPLIES WITH THE IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT OF 1985. WE HIRE ONLY UNITED STATES CITIZENS AND LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED Foreign Nationals. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYABILITY AND IDENTITY BASED ON THE LAW.

A criminal conviction check will be required for any applicant who is selected as a finalist for a position. A criminal record does not necessarily eliminate you from employment with the University. Each conviction will be reviewed with respect to the offense, circumstances, seriousness, and the position for which you apply.

North Carolina A&T State University is a land-grant doctoral/research intensive institution and AA/EEO employer