General Information
Job Description | COMM SUPV 2 | Working Title | Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives |
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Job Code | 006545 | Grade | 24 |
Department Name | SOM - Dean's Office - D02000 | Department Head | |
Supervisor | Effective Date | 04/01/2019 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code | Title | FTE |
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007455 | DIGITAL COMM SPEC 3 | 1 |
006299 | ALUMNI EXTERNAL REL SPEC 3 | 1 |
Generic Scope
Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives. |
Custom Scope
Supervises communications professionals functioning in a variety of communications disciplines. Sets performance expectations, evaluates results, and provides guidance and direction on complex communications issues. Recommends changes to department policies and practices. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Provides priority setting and work flow analysis. |
Department Custom Scope
Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Assistant Dean, Strategic Initiatives, the Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives oversees the day to day operations of the Strategic Initiatives unit and provides strategic leadership in the areas of internal communications, events management, community/external engagement, marketing and public relations in support of the School of Medicine strategic plan and objectives. The Associate Director also collaborates with the Chief of Staff/Assistant Dean, Strategic Initiatives to support the Dean of the School of Medicine's internal communication including development of briefings, presentations and background materials. The Associate Director supervises two positions: the Manager, External relations and Protocol who oversees SOM events and the Manager, Digital Communications. The Associate Director maintains important collaborative relationships with all leadership in the SOM and works with the SOM Advancement team, and the University Communications and Government/Community Relations teams. Supports the Chief of Staff/Assistant Dean and other colleagues to represent school priorities and opportunities to government, legislative, community and foundation partners. Leads the SI team in the development and implementation of a communications, marketing and engagement plan that supports strategic plan, and oversees the SI budget and makes recommendations to the Chief of Staff/Assistant Dean for changes that would improve the overall effectiveness, functionality and organization of the unit. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
Degree | Requirement |
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Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Master's degree in a related area | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
Description | % Time |
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Serves as an advisor on all aspects of effective communications involving a variety of communications disciplines such as writers, editors, visual and electronic communications specialists, and support staff.
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25 |
Recommends changes and improvements to communications programs and strategies.
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20 |
Selects, trains, guides, mentors, evaluates, and as required, takes correction action with staff.
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20 |
Insures the success of events that the unit is responsible for including White Coat, Open House and Commencement and those that the unit supports such as Match Day and the annual Gala. | 15 |
Collaborates with the Chief of Staff/Assistant Dean, Development team and others to identify and pursue external funding opportunities. May provides support and mentorship to a Grants/External Relations Coordinator in organizing SOM leaders and faculty colleagues to create concept papers and pursue programmatic grants. | 10 |
Prepare applications, nominations or other submissions for special faculty awards and accomplishments, coordinate responses to surveys and other requests relevant to national rankings. Serve as representative for the SOM to the AAMC Group on Institutional Advancement. Other special projects as assigned | 10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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Advanced knowledge and understanding of all aspects of communications, including various technical aspects and requirements, and potential applications. | Required |
Advanced skills to create, develop and implement comprehensive long- and short-term strategic communications plans. | Required |
Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its achievements, mission, vision, goals, policies, practices and infrastructure, and knowledge of current affairs, issues in higher education, health sciences, and/or specialized subject matter. | Required |
Advanced skills in advising and consulting management to ensure that desired institutional messages are delivered to appropriate target and/or broad general audiences. | Required |
Advanced written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills. | Required |
Solid knowledge of financial and personnel administration and management techniques, guiding principles, relevant laws, policies and best practices. | Required |
Solid supervisory skills to select, train, lead, direct, guide, motivate and evaluate professional and/or support staff to produce high-quality work; skill to take corrective action as required. | Required |
Solid strategic planning, analytical, critical thinking, and project management skills, including skill in problem recognition, avoidance and resolution. | Required |
Advanced skills to ensure production of high-quality work within budget and time constraints. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
Is Critical Position: No |