Associate Director, Marketing and Communications

Temple University's Division of Student Affairs is searching for an Associate Director for Marketing and Communications.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Grade: T26
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Position Summary
Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, the Associate Director for Marketing and Communications leads and manages communication efforts and public-facing initiatives for the Division of Student Affairs and its units. As the division's chief communicator, this role ensures that all messaging aligns with Temple University's branding and content strategy to support student engagement and success while advancing DOSA's mission. The incumbent will oversee the development of communication plans and produce innovative, compelling content to effectively reach students, staff, and stakeholders.

The Associate Director serves as the primary liaison with Strategic Marketing and Communications (SMC), collaborating with leaders in the Division of Student Affairs, the Office of the Provost, and SMC to promote open, consistent communication across systems, supporting the missions of both the division and the university. This role manages the division's social media platforms, oversees the standardization of the divisional web presence, enhances the division's marketing and communications, and undertakes other duties as assigned. This is a full-time, 12-month, live-off position. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field
* At least 4 years of progressively responsible experience in marketing, digital communications, or public relations.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities
* Experience and ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, with diverse internal and external constituencies, including faculty, administrators, students, parents, and community partners.
* Ability to brainstorm, synthesize multiple concepts, and think strategically.
* Strong creative, strategic, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
* Excellent verbal and written communication, editing, and storytelling skills.
* Ability to work independently and implement new initiatives effectively.

Preferred
* Master's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, education, or a related field.
* Experience working within higher education or a large, complex organization.
* Exceptional networking and interpersonal skills, including strong public speaking and interpretive abilities.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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This Position Requires a Background Check

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.