Marketing and Communications Director - BYU Hawaii

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Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Job Description

Marketing and Communications Director

All applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter, and work sample. Incomplete applications will not be considered. You MUST apply on BYU Hawaii's career website in order to be considered.

To Apply, visit:

https://wd501.myworkdaysite.com/enUS/recruiting/byuh/BYU_H/details/Marketing-and-Communications-Director_R0027008

Job Summary

The Marketing and Communications Director, under the supervision of the Advancement Vice President, is responsible for developing, implementing, and measuring the university's communications, marketing, and public relations strategies, both external and internal.

The incumbent will lead a small team of marketing and communications professionals and coordinate at both the strategic and tactical levels. This position requires a visionary leader who can navigate the complexities of a diverse communication landscape and drive impactful communication and marketing strategies for BYU-Hawaii.

Primary Responsibilities

Develop and lead the implementation of strategic marketing and communication plans aligned with the university's goals and objectives (60%)
• Ensures consistent communication of the university's mission, vision, and the capstone experience to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Responsible for the conceptual direction of university marketing, branding, visual artifacts, and publications.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of the university’s digital communication efforts, including methods to deliver messages, ease of navigation, and clarity of information; ensures that all content is current and relevant.
• Oversees corporate communications and branding in various online and print platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and industry magazines.
• Collaborates with departments and programs to execute marketing and communications plans that align with university priorities for maximum effectiveness.
• Cultivates positive connections with media representatives, maintains ongoing communication, and orchestrates focused strategic methods to advance the priorities of the university.
• Ensure communication industry best practices are followed and monitor campus communication for internal/external response and/or legal concerns.
• Partner with the Church Education System to amplify and align messaging from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across institutional marketing channels.
Supervision and leadership to the University Marketing and Communication Team (40%)
• Ensure efficient and clear project management and workflow processes for the marketing and communication team, creating broadly shared expectations for customer service to internal campus constituents.
• Organizes and oversees the schedules and work of marketing and communications supervisors.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Additional Responsibilities

• Acts as corporate spokesperson in conjunction with the Advancement Vice President and responds to members of the media in a timely manner; composes and distributes press releases as needed.
• Assists executive leadership in developing presentations, speeches, and articles.
• Develops, implements, and adheres to department budget.
• Develops, composes, distributes, and implements policies to enhance the efficiency of the marketing and communications department and to further develop the building and maintain a positive corporate brand.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field. Master's Degree Preferred.
• 10 years of experience in public relations, including supervisory and comprehensive marketing experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Tuition benefits for employee and qualified dependents
• Medical and Dental
• Short- and Long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Housing Allowance
• Relocation Package

Approximate starting salary: $120,000 – $130,000. The salary offered could be above or below range based on education and experience as it relates to the job description.

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!