ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR-PR FOR COLLEGE OF BEHAVIORAL, SOCIAL, AND HEALTH SCIENCES

One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.

Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.

Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment.

Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston.

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Develops and administers promotional information that enhances brand awareness for the College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences (CBSHS); Coordinates, writes, and edits media releases, feature stories and other print and digital materials; Identifies, develops and produces compelling visual promotional stories; Assists Director with strategic priority planning and key initiatives; Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

40% - Essential - News and Feature Writing:
Identifies story opportunities for news and feature writing including, but not limited to, research, teaching, service, student experience, and alumni features; Coordinates interviews, writes and edits media releases and feature stories. Utilizes journalistic principles, practices and techniques in all written communications.
35% - Essential - Storytelling and Content Development - Digital and Print:
Identifies compelling story opportunities for visual production including, but not limited to, research, teaching, service, student experience, and alumni features; Collaborates with Director and team members to create powerful storytelling packages for CBSHS stakeholders, including photo and video assets; Stays up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in storytelling and content creation; Develops digital and print content for College and departmental newsletters, HTML emails and other e-communications; Contributes to website and social media content development; Assists in the planning, development, editing and production of publications such as the CBSHS annual report, departmental brochures, fliers and other print and digital materials.
15% - Essential - Strategic Initiatives:
Assists Director with strategic planning to support CBSHS strategic priories, key initiatives, and Clemson Elevate priorities; Collaborates with Director to increase the quality and awareness of the CBSHS image and brand.
10% - Essential - Administrative:
Actively participates in departmental team-planning meetings; Maintains and updates shared log of open and completed jobs; Utilizes Adobe programs, photography and content management platforms.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree - in marketing, communications, public relations, English or related field
Work Experience - 3+ years

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5/week

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range: $ 46,655.00 - $ 66,000.00

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

October 10, 2024

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.