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Executive Communications Manager


Manhattan College


Location

Manhattan, KS | United States


Job description

This position reports directly to the President.

Position Summary:

This position has two prime components:

1. Develops speech writing/strategic messaging for the President and Provost and other senior administrators, as needed; collaborates with partners college-wide to script Commencement and other signature events; prepares press releases; and develops and launches thought-leadership platforms for the President.

2. Manages the media relations efforts for the College, including crisis communications issues.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Establishes goals consistent with the College mission and works collaboratively with senior administrators to develop short- and long-term plans to further the overall College outreach.

· Develops and maintains a comprehensive media and public relations strategy, including pitching stories to various media outlets (academic publications and general media).

· Writes press releases on all topics related to the College and reviews all press releases prior to distribution that may be written within the three Manhattan College schools.

· Represents the College to various external and community organizations, establishing solid working relationships on an on-going basis.

· Researches and writes speeches and other critical communications for senior leadership of the College.

· Serves as the spokesperson representing the College and is the first line of contact for reporters.

· Develops a breadth of contacts within the Manhattan College community at all levels as well as a breadth of contacts with the media.

· Identifies and leverages opportunities to positively promote the visibility and reputation of Manhattan College.

· Works closely with the Office of the President, particularly the General Counsel, in matters dealing with crisis communications.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree (advanced degree preferred), preferably in journalism, English, or a related discipline

· Eight – 10+ years’ experience in an academic or professional services setting working in media relations/corporate communications

· Exceptional written and oral communications skills

· Proven ability to work across disciplines, maintaining a professional demeanor under stressful conditions

· Exceptional work ethic, with a willingness to work beyond a normal eight-hour work day, including responding to demanding situations as they occur

Salary: $90K - $100K

Manhattan College is an independent Catholic coeducational institution in the Lasallian tradition. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a college with a Catholic identity. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V


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