Finance and Operations Communications and Marketing Director - 526689
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Finance and Operations Communications and Marketing Director - 526689
- Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
- F&O - VP Office
- Communication
- Director/Executive
- Marketing/Event Planning
- Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
- Closing at: Jun 16 2025 - 22:55 CDT
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $68,500 - Midpoint: $89,100 (Salaried E11)
Department/Organization: 500001 - VP Finance and Operations
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary: The Finance and Operations Communications and Marketing Director identifies, develops, and implements strategic communication efforts and marketing strategies for the Division of Finance and Operations, under the supervision of the Vice President for Finance and Operations (VPFO). Crafts communications and manages websites, social media, newsletters, memos, activities, services, campaigns, and projects for Division departments and offices, except for emergency communications handled by the Director of Public Safety Communications. Serves as the Division’s primary liaison on communications and marketing-related matters with the Division of Strategic Communications. Coordinates and manages the Division’s web and social media presence. Assists in special projects and activities related to the strategic goals of the Division and the University.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications experience.
Skills and Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills. Ability to think and plan strategically as part of a team. Ability to self-start with little supervision. Strong project management and organization skills. Ability to build and maintain websites. Working familiarity with social media platforms. Knowledge of AP style in written communications. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office products.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
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The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.
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