KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Extensive knowledge of communications principles, theories, and best practices.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content creation skills across multiple formats and audiences.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with ability to develop innovative approaches.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to tailor messaging for multiple audiences.
• Proficiency with communications technology, including content management systems, design software, and analytics tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Skills in managing complex projects.
• Understanding of higher education environment and academic culture.
• Knowledge of instructional design, educational technology, or faculty development.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• Experience in higher education communications.
• Experience with data analysis and communication metrics.
• Experience in strategic communications planning and execution.
• Experience with digital communications platforms, content management systems, and social media.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead strategic communication initiatives and develop comprehensive communication plans for UCATT’s services, major initiatives, and events across multiple audiences.
• Create compelling content across multiple platforms, from technical documentation to promotional materials.
• Lead development and maintenance of internal documentation systems and communication workflow processes.
• Manage content and events calendar and establish standardized processes for content creation and approval.
• Assist as communications liaison between UCATT and campus partners, faculty and staff, and external stakeholders.
• Analyze communication effectiveness and recommend strategic improvements to leadership.
• Build and deliver training programs on communications best practices and tools for UCATT staff.