Communications Manager

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/18/2023 CLOSED ON 5/29/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Manager position at Purdue University?

What You'll Be Doing:

As the Communication Manager, you will oversee the communications for promoting the College of Pharmacy, including the writing and editing of all alumni publications and overseeing student recruitment. In this role you will be responsible for managing and directing all communications with consistent marketing/branding. You will utilize your skills to coordinate communication on College of Pharmacy social media outlets such as Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You will be responsible for maintaining and updating the College of Pharmacy website. Regularly stay on top of communication and creative content trends and technology to refine the strategy and suggest new initiatives. Supervise part-time Communication Specialist, interns and freelancers.

This is a hybrid position where you will work on some on campus and some remotely. The position will run August to May each year.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Five (5) years of writing/editing and coordination of publications and/or communications experience
  • In lieu of degree, consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of related education and required work experience


Must have skills:
  • Strong writing skills
  • communications skills
  • team-working abilities
  • self-direction
  • experience and discipline to maintain structure and organization to meet deadlines within a thriving academic environment

Additional Information:
  • All new hires will be expected to follow Protect Purdue
  • Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
  • Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
  • Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

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