University of Mississippi

Manager, Communications

University of Mississippi$83K — $124K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree required
  • 5 years of relevant experience
  • 3 years of supervisory experience
  • 10-15 years of experience preferred
  • Strong editing and proofreading skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations and staff activities
  • Develop and execute strategic initiatives for audience engagement
  • Prepare, edit, and enhance written content for clarity and accuracy
  • Create and enforce staff work plans with deadlines
  • Oversee the budget and approve expenditures
  • Lead the development of a communications strategy for the School
  • Supervise and manage the yearbook and alumni magazine

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Access to academic resources
  • Engagement with a vibrant community
  • Flexible work arrangements may be available
Full Job Description
Department:

School of Journalism and New Media

Job Summary:

Manage, conceive, research, write, and edit publications, articles, proposals, speeches, promotional material, news, and digital content. Manage, coordinate and provide specialized support for writing and editing efforts such as proofreading, citation checking, or quality control of content.

Job Description:

  • Manages staff and administers the day-to-day operations.
  • Develops and implements strategic initiatives to reach internal and external audiences.
  • Prepares, rewrites, and edits copy to improve readability and resolves errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax.
  • Develops and schedules staff operational work plans and enforces deadlines.
  • Monitors the unit or program budget and approves unit expenditures.
  • This position is responsible for writing and implementing a communications strategic plan for the School, as well as supervising the yearbook and the School's alumni magazine
  • 10-15 years+ experience is preferred


Job Responsibilities:

  • Manages staff and administers the day-to-day operations.
  • Develops and implements strategic initiatives to reach internal and external audiences.
  • Prepares, rewrites, and edits copy to improve readability and resolves errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax.
  • Develops and schedules staff operational work plans and enforces deadlines.
  • Monitors the unit or program budget and approves unit expenditures.
  • This position is responsible for writing and implementing a communications strategic plan for the School, as well as supervising the yearbook and the School's alumni magazine
  • 10-15 years+ experience is preferred


Education Qualifications:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience | 5 Years, 3 years supervisory | Required

Compensation:

$83,096.00 - $124,654.40

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

About University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi, also known as Ole Miss, is a public research university located in Oxford, Mississippi. The university was founded in 1848 and has since grown to become one of the largest and most prestigious universities in the state. Ole Miss offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, education, engineering, law, medicine, and the arts. The university is known for its strong academic programs, vibrant campus life, and rich history and traditions. Ole Miss is a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and has a strong athletic program, with teams competing in a variety of sports. The university is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and has implemented a number of initiatives to support these values.
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