General Information
| Job Description | COMM SPEC 3 | Working Title | Communications & Events Manager |
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| Job Code | 007477 | Grade | 22 |
| Department Name | CE-CERT - D01007 | Department Head | Matthew Barth |
| Supervisor | Arun Satheesh Kumar Raju | Effective Date | 04/11/2022 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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| 004922 | STDT 1 | 1.0 |
Generic Scope
| Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. |
Custom Scope
| Independently oversees a comprehensive communications program for a unit or school with moderately complex communications requirements. The communications program usually includes written, visual, digital and electronic communications. Works with management to develop and execute organizational communication and market branding strategy. Designs and implements information campaigns. |
Department Custom Scope
| Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Operations, the Communications & Events Manager manages all aspects of communications and events sponsored by UCR?s Center for Environmental Research and Technology (CE-CERT). This includes operational support, managing communication channels, serving as the unit's event manager, cultivating key relationships with internal and external partners, and the application of UC and UCR rules and regulations. The Bourns College of Engineering, Center for Environmental Research & Technology (CE-CERT)'s mission is to be a recognized leader in environmental education, a collaborator with industry and government to improve the technical basis for regulations and policy, a creative source of new technology, and a contributor to a better understanding of the environment. Established in 1992 and now operating as the largest research center at the University of California at Riverside, CE-CERT brings together multiple disciplines throughout campus to address society's most pressing environmental challenges in air quality, climate change, energy, and transportation. CE-CERT activities encompass all three aspects of the University of California's overarching mission: research, education, and public service. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
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| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
License Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
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Works with management and clients to create, develop, and implement long and short term strategic communications plans and/or projects.
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25 |
Manages comprehensive communications programs, including written, visual, digital, and electronic communications.
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25 |
| Events Planning and Coordination: In collaboration with the CE-CERT Directors and Faculty, the incumbent will plan and execute events, including handling the catering, budgeting, booking of venues, registration, designing and sending out sponsorship documents, developing brochures, communicating with speakers, gathering student volunteers for participation, and following up with sponsors. Contributes to and participates in long-range unit event planning. Develops invitations, programs, and collateral materials for events. | 20 |
| Center-wide Initiative Support: Assist in driving CE-CERT's mission by providing strategic support for the center's priority initiatives. This may include coordinating the completion and collection of meeting materials, compiling background materials associated with CE-CERT initiatives, preparing fact-sheets, spreadsheets, reports, and PowerPoint presentations for strategic outreach activities, assisting with public tours, and navigating press and other inquires to the appropriate CE-CERT personnel. | 20 |
Identifies specific communications needs and develops the content and process for organizational improvements.
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10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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| Knowledge and skills to advise and consult with management to ensure delivery of the desired message to the target and/or broad general audiences. | Required |
| Knowledge and understanding of technical applications to effectively direct technical staff, or personally perform technical work, including design concepts, various media, and applications. | Required |
| Solid written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills. | Required |
| Knowledge of all aspects of communications, including strategic planning for various media venues, technical aspects and requirements of various venues, and most appropriate and effective applications. | Required |
| Knowledge of location protocols and channels for communication internally and externally. | Required |
| Solid skills to create, develop, and implement comprehensive long and short term strategic communications plans. | Required |
| Experience in the planning and execution of large and small events in support of research or higher education. | Required |
| Knowledge of the organization, its achievements, mission, vision, goals, policies, practices, infrastructure, and a strong knowledge of current affairs, and issues in higher education and/or health sciences. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of UC policies and procedures. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Other University Setting |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |