Communications and Outreach Coordinator, Fermanian School of Business

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:

Performs administrative support for the Dean in the Fermanian School of Business (FSB) in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Communications and Outreach Coordinator is an important role in fostering and maintaining relationships between the FSB and external stakeholders including alumni, advisory board members, corporate partners, and community organizations. This position works very closely with the deans, faculty and staff and should thrive in a collegial, student-focused environment.

Location: Point Loma Campus and other campus locations as needed

Salary:
Pay range $ $ 26.89
Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate's experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources.

Internal Classification: Career Track - Professional Job Level - 2

Job Status:

Full time

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Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative Support
● Provide overall administrative support for the Dean and Associate Dean of External Relations, including processing invoices, completing expense reports, purchasing
merchandise, maintaining records, manuals, and documents, and providing research support as necessary
● Provide administrative assistance for meetings, including scheduling, making arrangements, agenda preparation, contacting participants, taking minutes, and follow-up

Communication and Outreach
● Develop and execute communication strategies to promote the FSB's initiatives, events, and achievements to key stakeholder groups, including digital flyers and other marketing materials as needed
● Coordinate outreach efforts to engage stakeholder groups
○ Alumni and Alumni Boards
○ Executives
○ Corporations
○ Advisory Boards
● Coordinate various calendars to ensure events and activities are managed effectively
● Maintain accurate records of communications, contacts, and interactions to assist in building and managing external relationships
● Develop and implement social media plans
○ Work with students, faculty, alumni, corporate partners, and others to identify
opportunities to feature FSB and stakeholder accomplishments

○ Develop and collect content for distribution on social media platforms (photos,
stories, ideas, etc.)
○ Oversee the Social Media student worker to ensure thoughtful, mistake-free, and
well-developed content

● Maintain the FSB website and update content as needed
● Coordinate with other departments, including University Advancement, Alumni Office, Marketing, and others as needed

Event Coordination
● Support the execution of events for key external stakeholders, including:
○ Alumni Events
○ Advisory Board Meetings
○ Corporate Visits
○ Other events as needed

Corporate Education
● Assist in the development of corporate education
○ Establish and maintain connections with corporate clients
○ Develop marketing materials to promote corporate education opportunities
○ Coordinate the logistics as needed for educational activities with corporate clients and faculty

Strategic Partnerships
● Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships with organizations to support:
○ Internships
○ Mentors
○ Research Projects
○ Other opportunities as identified
● Support the recruiting, training, and engagement of the Executives in Residence
● Support the planning and implementation for the PLNU Innovation Workshop

Development Support
● Coordinate with the Dean and University Advancement to identify and cultivate potential donors and sponsors for the FSB
● Support the Green4Gold initiative and develop communication plans to ensure a successful campaign
● Assist in stewardship efforts by acknowledging and recognizing donors

General/Other Support

● Participate in various committees, workshops, and trainings. Provide administrative support to committees when requested.
● Facilitate communications between the FSB and departments across campus (Marketing, Alumni Office, University Advancement, etc.)
● Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean and Associate Dean of External Relations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum three years of administrative, marketing, communications, external relations, alumni affairs, corporate partnerships or other related fields

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport and credibility with stakeholders at all levels

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and G Suite is required. Proficiency in CRM software and social media platforms preferred.

• Ability to quickly learn and assist in the implementation of new software.

• Understanding of and commitment to the spiritual mission of the university.

• Accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work as a team player.

• Strong organizational skills, data-analytic skills, the ability to take initiative, work independently, make decisions, handle stress, maintain confidentiality of information, and dependability in follow-through.

• Ability to travel between multiple educational sites.

• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant. 

• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population is preferred

• The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU  will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sitting for periods greater than one hour. Use of computer equipment: computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Vision to read documents, e-mail, and other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor. Hearing and speaking to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone. Ability to stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 20 lbs throughout the day.

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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God's love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential. 

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.

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