11-Oct-2024

Ast./Assoc. Director, Strategic Communications

Athletics - Strategic Communications

91550BR

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11-Oct-2024

Ast./Assoc. Director, Strategic Communications

Athletics - Strategic Communications

91550BR

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University Job Title

Associate Communications Officer

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Regular

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Supervisor; Senior Associate (22)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Athletics

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

20 Tower Parkway
New Haven, CT 06511

Work Model

On-site

Position Focus:

The Assistant/Associate Director for Strategic Communication is responsible for serving as the primary communications contact for multiple programs while being a secondary contact for others. Duties include but are not limited to developing social and web-based content including graphic design, video and written. The position will also align closely with the branding and marketing efforts of the department. The Assistant/Associate Director for Strategic Communications is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Yale University, the Ivy League and NCAA.

The position will be focused on developing written and creative content for both digital and print platforms promoting the athletic programs, student-athletes, and coaches to effectively represent the athletic, academic, and community service accomplishments of these entities to external and internal constituencies. Disseminates accurate and timely information to media according to established publication standards. Serves as a liaison to the print and broadcast media locally, regionally, and nationally. Work closely with other departments (creative, marketing, video production, etc.) in developing an overall content management strategy for each sports program.

It is preferred that applicants have experience as a primary or secondary contact for basketball or football.

Essential Duties

1.  Develops and manages forward-looking strategic communications with video and social media to enhance Yale’s reputation and communicate Yale’s messages. 2.  Produces multimedia content. Identify topics with compelling visual and audio elements to create stories that exploit those qualities, using video, podcasts, infographics, slideshows and other media as appropriate. 3.  Works with communications colleagues throughout the school and university to highlight the work of researchers, create a high profile presence, and reach new audiences. 4.  Builds relationships with faculty, administrators, departments and students and maintains contact with communications professionals and monitors trending news topics. 5. Conceptualizes and writes creative posts across all social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other accounts. 6.  Participates in regular editorial/content meetings. Propose story ideas to senior leadership. 7.  Regularly attends scientific talks on diverse topics to stay up-to-date on research trends at Yale and beyond.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and minimum of two years of demonstrated experience in science writing, social media, digital journalism (e.g., video, audio blogging, etc.) or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Knowledge of journalistic principles, practices, and techniques of disseminating information to the public through the media and other communication platforms.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Knowledge of grammar, composition, and AP style along with strong written and oral communication skills.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Strong organizational, management, and leadership skills along with the ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

The ability to interact effectively with coaches, administrators, and student-athletes.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Advanced computer skills, particularly in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and advanced knowledge and understanding of various social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Demonstrated experience working with basketball or football as the primary or secondary sport contact. Two years of proven experience in athletics communications and social/digital media in an NCAA athletics department and/or professional sports organization.

Weekend Hours Required?

Yes

Evening Hours Required?

Yes

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus

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