Communications and PR Manager

Updated: Oct 18, 2022
Location: Irvine-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Law/ School Operations

Job Opening ID: 44370
Reports To: Assistant Dean for Communications
Working Title: Communications and PR Manager
Department: Law/ School Operations
Bargaining Unit: 99
FLSA: Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 007462
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., M-F
Employee Class: Career
 
Position Summary:
 
The Office of Communications oversees all strategic communications for the University of California, Irvine School of Law, including media relations, external and internal communications, website content creation, social media, marketing, videography and public relations.
 
Under the supervision of the Assistant Dean for Communications, the Communications and PR Manager will help to create and promote the Law School’s identity and mission to the media, prospective students, legal academy, donors, the public and employees through the creation and distribution of stories, brochures, news releases and other documents. This position is responsible for the development, management and dissemination of creative and high-level written projects for complex strategic marketing, including media relations campaigns, promotional campaigns and admissions campaigns.
 
Compensation Range:
 
Commensurate with experience
 
Department Website:
 
https://www.law.uci.edu/
 
Required:
 
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in communications/marketing OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience with similar responsibilities and proven success in agency, law school, law firm, corporation, or educational institution.
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Creative Writing, Political Science, or another relevant field.
Willing and able to adjust to changing demands and shifting priorities. Writing and editing press releases, feature stories, newsletters and news stories; creating presentations, brochures, event materials and other special communications. Thorough written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills, including a strong sense of a good story and understanding of the topics that may be of interest to various publics and will incorporate key location messages. Good judgment, political acumen, and thorough organizational skills. Skill to maintain confidentiality. Exceptional writing, storytelling and communication skills. Thorough knowledge of the concepts and principles of news, media communications and media relations. Highly collaborative style with experience developing and implementing communications strategies successfully; background that demonstrates relationship-building, consensus-building, flexibility, and managing through influencing. Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills Thorough skills in understanding and effectively utilizing all news / media mediums including broadcast news, the internet, social media and other emerging technologies.
 
Preferred:
 
J.D. is not required but a plus.
May require knowledge of specialty areas such as broadcast news including TV / radio, internet and other emerging technologies. Thorough knowledge of the location, its achievements, mission, vision, goals, objectives, programs and infrastructure.
 
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php .
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy

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We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu .
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