Communications Consultant 2
Communications Consultant 2
About the University
Western Washington University, with over 16,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western is the highest-ranking public, master's-granting university in the Pacific Northwest, according to the 2019 U.S. News & World Report rankings.
About the Department
The University Residences Department (UR) support Western's mission, which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we are committed to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement. We encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity.
In support of WWU bringing together individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in an inclusive, student-centered university developing the potential of learners and the well-being of communities, UR works towards our vision and mission:
- Vision: Students living in University Residences engage in a community unlike any other, where they explore their passion, purpose and place at Western.
- Mission: Create affordable, safe, and well-maintained University housing that supports participation in healthy, inclusive, and sustainable communities, where students invest in their academic success and personal growth.
About the Position
University Residences is recruiting for a Communications Consultant 2. In this position you will bring your dynamic and creative leadership to develop, direct and implement communication and marketing strategies for Housing. Your scope of work will include marketing campaigns, website and graphic design oversight, supervision of tour programs, creation of brochures and department communication with students, guide branding and directing of social media efforts.
You will be a part of the Occupancy, Communication and Administrative Services team within University Residences and serve as the marketing and information design specialist.
This position requires on-campus presence each week.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrated experience in designing high quality imagery for the web using standard web graphic design tools (Microsoft Office applications and the entire Adobe Creative Suite.)
- Two years’ professional experience designing, writing and preparing information for web and print, especially in a marketing setting using specified style guides
- Demonstrated experience with social media, like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
- Demonstrated experience with publication editing
- Demonstrated ability to work well with diverse groups
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and pay attention to details
- Demonstrated excellent written communication and public speaking skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to accept feedback on, and make changes to, creative work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or related area
- Working knowledge of the Banner Student Information System
- Familiarity with campus housing in a higher education setting
- Understand user-centered design processes and information architecture principles
- Experience with visual information design
- Experience with photography, video and image editing concepts
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with Drupal Content Management System.
- Experience handling confidential information
Competitive candidates will have strong experience in writing, marketing, and visual communication, demonstrating an ability to design effective communication that adheres to style standards, intended outcomes, and promotes mission.
Salary
Salary Range 52 - Starting at $50,256 including an excellent benefits package
Bargaining Unit
This position is part of bargaining unit PTE and is covered by the collective bargaining agreement with Public School Employees (PSE) of WWU.
Application Instructions
A cover letter and resume are required and should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications.
Please include the names and contact information of three professional references.
Closing Date Notes
Position closes October 28, 2021 at 11:55pm
Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU’s Policy on Ensuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and Retaliation. Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Western Washington University, Old Main 345 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); crtc@wwu.edu
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