30% Strategic Planning and Execution:
Establish and drive a multi-channel communications strategy for the College that reflects the priorities of the College’s academic and research leaders and aligns with university strategy. This will include both internal and external audiences and channels. Serve as a key member of the Dean’s administrative team, contributing to college planning and advising leaders on communications. Lead communications projects with significant potential to drive progress toward College goals, including impact reporting, major program announcements, and alumni and donor engagement. Continuously review audiences, messaging, and outreach with an eye toward effectiveness and efficiency.
30% Team Management and Development:
Supervise a team of communication professionals, providing tailored support, direction, and mentorship. Model and build a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and excellence and a positive, pro-active, problem-solving mindset. Actively and consistently encourage each team member’s learning and growth, and equip them with the resources they need, in order to meet high performance standards, build morale, and maintain consistency in communications efforts. Review employee performance, oversee professional development, and build and manage a team budget.
20% Collaboration and Partnerships:
Work closely with College deans, department heads, faculty, and staff to align communication efforts with institutional priorities and initiatives. Establish strong ties with cross-sector partners inside and outside of the university, including the LSU communications team members, LSU Foundation staff, industry partners, and government agencies to strengthen the College’s expanding public and private partnerships.
10% Support for Leadership:
Provide coaching and support to academic leaders and spokespeople to develop clear and concise messaging that aligns with the College’s strategy. Develop impactful talking points that convey leadership’s strategic priorities, fostering connection and trust among stakeholders.
10%Support College Leadership:
Provide coaching and support to academic leaders and spokespeople to develop clear and concise messaging that aligns with the College’s strategy. Develop talking points, issues briefs, and project plans that convey priorities, foster connection, and build trust among stakeholders. Lead all communications efforts for the Dean, collaborating with the Dean’s Executive Assistant and other members of the communications team.
10% Analyze Performance and Measure Impact:
Identify, collect, and analyze metrics and qualitative data such as surveys and focus groups to evaluate the impact of communication strategies and demonstrate return on investment. Continuously monitor and adopt new and effective tools, such as AI applications and new content management or design platforms, that improve the work of the team. Other duties as assigned.