Manager of Communications
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH
Full-time
Advertising / Marketing / Public Relations
Posted on April 1, 2024
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date
03/29/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1128543
Position Title
Manager of Communications
Department this Position Reports to
Campus Services Operations
Hiring Range Minimum
$75,100
Hiring Range Maximum
$93,900
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
No
If yes, length of term in months.
N/A
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
Actively and effectively coordinate, gather and communicate information, goals, initiatives and messages within the Campus Services division to internal stakeholders. Promote a positive image for Campus Services using a variety of communication channels.
The dynamic and experienced Manager of Communications will lead and drive the development and execution of strategic communication initiatives within Campus Services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate communications, with a proven track record of successful campaigns. This role requires exceptional leadership and diplomacy skills, the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and a passion for storytelling and brand advocacy.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Admin HR Services
Department Contact Phone Number
Admin.HR.Services@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Julie Findley, CFAO, Campus Services
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Preferred, but not required
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has retained Goodwin Recruiting to assist in the search for the Manager of Communications position. A representative from Goodwin may reach out to applicants directly.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Dartmouth College has retained Goodwin Recruiting to assist in the search for the Manager of Communications position. A representative from Goodwin may reach out to applicants directly.
This is a 1.0 FTE position.
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/73117
Key Accountabilities
Description
Divisional Communication
70
Description
Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the
Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic
selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.
20
Description
Management of a Unified Communications/Employee Belonging Team
Manage a cross-functional Communications and Employee Belonging support team, providing guidance and direction to ensure streamlined collaboration on initiatives and most effective strategies for project completion.
Percentage Of Time
10
-
--
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting date
03/29/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1128543
Position Title
Manager of Communications
Department this Position Reports to
Campus Services Operations
Hiring Range Minimum
$75,100
Hiring Range Maximum
$93,900
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
No
If yes, length of term in months.
N/A
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
Actively and effectively coordinate, gather and communicate information, goals, initiatives and messages within the Campus Services division to internal stakeholders. Promote a positive image for Campus Services using a variety of communication channels.
The dynamic and experienced Manager of Communications will lead and drive the development and execution of strategic communication initiatives within Campus Services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate communications, with a proven track record of successful campaigns. This role requires exceptional leadership and diplomacy skills, the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and a passion for storytelling and brand advocacy.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Five to seven years of managing and providing communications to a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in managing people through significant and complex change.
Preferred Qualifications
- Dynamic and outgoing personality.
- Facile at highly effective communication, across a variety of written and edited print and digital materials.
- Must be able to multi-task, meet deadlines, and problem solve.
- A high level of comfort with a fast-paced, intense, and complex environment where priorities can change rapidly.
- Highly developed degree of confidentiality, tact, judgment, and initiative.
- Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.
- Experience with a broad range of professions, including union, facilities and maintenance, and administrative workers.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to gather and interpret data to drive decision-making.
Admin HR Services
Department Contact Phone Number
Admin.HR.Services@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Julie Findley, CFAO, Campus Services
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Preferred, but not required
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has retained Goodwin Recruiting to assist in the search for the Manager of Communications position. A representative from Goodwin may reach out to applicants directly.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Dartmouth College has retained Goodwin Recruiting to assist in the search for the Manager of Communications position. A representative from Goodwin may reach out to applicants directly.
This is a 1.0 FTE position.
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/73117
Key Accountabilities
Description
Divisional Communication
- Develop and maintain a division-wide communication plan that outlines the type, timing, and delivery method of communications which align with the division's goals and objectives.
- Oversee all aspects of internal communications, including content creation and coordinating with key stakeholders.
- Deliver compelling communication to all levels of the division using a variety of tools (website, email, written, monitor slides, and verbal).
- Create a Campus Services “brand” and educate stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.
- Proactively manage a portion of the Campus Services website, keeping information and images fresh and relevant. Assure appropriate links to/from other Dartmouth sites. Utilize web tools and metrics to ensure information is found in the most efficient manner.
- Effectively build relationships and communicate with internal constituents to proactively seek news, articles, celebrations, and announcements.
- Work collaboratively to identify internal stakeholders; to develop clear, concise, and timely content; and to network and promote the division's message.
- Maintain and ensure timely execution and distribution of the Campus Services bi-weekly newsletter.
- Develop a crisis communications protocol and strategies to effectively manage and mitigate potential risks.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and trends in communications, incorporating innovative strategies and best practices into our communication efforts.
70
Description
Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the
Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic
selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.
- In conjunction with the Culture and Employee Belonging Council (CEB), communicate initiatives coming from the Council using a variety of media outlets.
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Participate in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect).
- Collaborate, when appropriate, on other DEI-related initiatives within the division and College.
- Contribute to Culture and Employee Belonging initiatives, to assist with clear and inclusive messaging and develop campaigns to encourage employee engagement in CEB efforts.
- The Communications Manager should use their platform to amplify the voices of underrepresented groups within the organization. This may involve featuring employee stories, highlighting diverse perspectives in communications materials, and ensuring that diverse voices are represented.
20
Description
Management of a Unified Communications/Employee Belonging Team
Manage a cross-functional Communications and Employee Belonging support team, providing guidance and direction to ensure streamlined collaboration on initiatives and most effective strategies for project completion.
Percentage Of Time
10
-
--
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
- Current Dartmouth employee (Please specify full name below)
- Word of mouth
- Mentioned on social, digital, or print media (e.g. LinkedIn feed, VOX, Valley News, listserv)
- jobs@dartmouth.edu email outreach
- Recruiter (Please specify full name or event below)
- abilityJOBS
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Handshake
- HigherEdJobs
- Indeed
- Inside Higher Ed
- LinkedIn's Job Board
- RecruitMilitary
- Dartmouth's Job Board (searchjobs.dartmouth.edu)
- Other (Please specify below)
- If you would like to add more information to your answer, please specify here:
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Additional Document #1
