Communications Manager

Requisition Number

27858BR

The Communications Manager oversees all external communications and marketing initiatives for programs on the KLETC campus. Responsibilities include developing, maintaining, and executing an overall strategic communications plan, and overseeing activities related to public relations, websites, marketing, social media, and project management. The Communications Manager brings creative vision to marketing plans, strategically suggests tactics in a variety of media, and works closely with the Vice Provost to produce high-quality work that meets strategic objectives and highlights the KLETC mission.

40% Content Development and Communication

Create materials and ideas to advance the strategic plan from idea to execution.

Develop content and media for dissemination via news releases, social media, websites, and other distribution channels.

Ensure that key messages align with the Vice Provost’s strategic plan.

Serve as KLETC’s liaison to senior leaders in marketing and media on the Lawrence campus.

Build and manage KLETC’s social media profile and presence.

Build long-term relationships with media influencers.

Assist in the development of presentations to stakeholders, including legislative committees and commissions.

Communicate with the public and media, coordinating with other agencies, as necessary.

Implement the mission-based institutional priorities for Jayhawks Rising on the Hutchinson campus, to include actively aligning resources and expertise with larger community partners to create healthy and vibrant communities.

30% Marketing Management

Identify target audiences and develop marketing plans with specific objectives across different channels and segments.

Identify effectiveness and impact of current marketing initiatives with tracking and analysis, and optimize accordingly.

Maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the market and make recommendations to the Vice Provost.

Increase brand awareness and market share at both a local and national level.

Present ideas and final deliverables to Vice Provost about marking programs and strategies.

20% Strategic Planning

Write, present, and manage the execution of KLETC marketing plans.

Lead the development of key strategic documents, such as project plans, strategic briefs, etc., with key stakeholders and teammates.

Work closely with the Vice Provost to develop measurable objectives and evaluate projects against those standards.

Develop key insights about KLETC’s various target audiences, conducting market research as needed.

10% Other duties as assigned.

Department

Law Enforcement Training Ctr

Position Overview

A unit of the University of Kansas, the Kansas Law Enforcement Center (KLETC) is the central agency for all law enforcement training in the state of Kansas, training nearly 15,000 students annually in residential, online and outreach programs.

With a $12 million budget and 62 authorized FTE staff (and more than 400 contract/adjunct staff), KLETC serves 437 recognized law enforcement and police agencies in Kansas, providing basic training and continuing education programs.

Our students are central to everything we do at KU. They come to learn, to develop and to participate in the classroom.

Hutchinson Campus

KLETC is located on the 173-acre Hutchinson Campus, which has 15 buildings, including two multi-story residential student halls.

Hutchinson, Kansas, is a vibrant town of approximately 40,000 people located about 55 minutes northwest of Wichita — the state’s largest city. Home to the Kansas State Fair, a 9-acre zoo, a thriving downtown, an 18-hole golf course and a variety of parks, Hutchinson caters to both families and young professionals.

KU Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers outstanding employee benefits, such as paid vacation and sick leave, 10 paid holidays plus one discretionary day each year, employer retirement contributions, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees education and professional development opportunities. At KU, we educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that change the world.

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Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission in journalism, communications, marketing, business administration, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years related professional experience.

Excellent written communication skills as evident in application materials.

Valid Kansas driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with customer relationship management principles and tools.

Experience developing successful creative campaigns.

Experience in developing brand strategy or campaign plans.

Experience working with teams on large-scale, long-term projects.

Experience establishing and managing critical deadlines for self and team.

Experience applying excellent presentation skills.

Technically proficient in graphic design, to include experience with graphic design software.

Experience with website design and management.

Experience in videography and video editing.

Contact Information to Applicants

Barbara Harrison

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete application consists of:

A cover letter addressing how required qualifications are met.

Resume

3 Professional ReferencesIncomplete applications will not be considered. The initial review date for applications is May 27. To ensure consideration, apply prior to this date.

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Advertised Salary Range

$80,000

Application Review Begins

27-May-2024

Anticipated Start Date

08-Jul-2024

Primary Campus

Kansas Law Enforcement Trn Ctr

FTE

1.0

Reg/Temp

Regular

FLSA Status

Administrative

Employee Class

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Work Schedule

M-F: 8am to 5pm with occasional nights and weekends

Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center

11009 S. Hornet Road

Hutchinson, KS 67501

Job Family

Public Affairs-KUL

Conditions of Employment

Contingent on Funding

Work Location Assignment

On-Site

Disclaimer

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