UNF-

Director of Marketing and Publications

Internal and external communication, alumni magazine, public awareness campaigns, the usual.  No media relations in this job.  Salary maxed out at $66,547. Apply at https://www.unfjobs.org/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=245892 . Type Director of Marketing and Publications into the job title field.

University of West Florida-

Coordinator, News and Media Services

Salary: $31,000 to $35,000

The Office of Communications and External Relations at the University of West Florida invites applications for the position of Coordinator, News and Media Services. A master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience is required. In cooperation with the Director of Communications this position identifies and coordinates communication placement strategies to promote a public identity and image consistent with the university’s mission, goals, brand, as well as departmental communication objectives. Experience in the use of Associated Press style and working knowledge of Dreamweaver and Web content management programs is required. Preference will be given to those applicants that have a working knowledge of layout and design, as well as a thorough knowledge of print and electronic production processes. A police background screening is required for all positions. Apply online by July 9, 2010, at https://jobs.uwf.edu. Be prepared to attach a cover letter, résumé and a list of three professional references (with contact information) to the online application.

UWF is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer.

Promotions Specialist II, Pensacola                                                         

PURPOSE OF POSITION                                

Implements and maintains communications strategy and programs to effectively promote Cox Communications products and services.  Supports in the strategizing, planning and producing of all external advertising materials for marketing initiatives.   Works closely with product marketing to develop appropriate messaging and tactics for advertising initiatives. Assists in the development, production, inventory, and distribution of materials to maximize sales efforts, customer loyalty and customer retention. Provides support to overall marketing strategy.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

·         Designs and develops effective integrated, multi-tactical marketing communications programs using varied mediums and channels to successfully promote Cox Communications and its products and services in order to produce customer (RGU) and revenue growth in the residential and/or commercial business segments.

·         Utilizes mediums that include television, print, radio and door tags to produce leads for all sales channels, ranging from making the phones ring in the call center.

·         Researches, recommends and implements promotional programs to increase market awareness and improve market penetration.

·         Updates and maintains marketing collateral and marketing campaign materials.

·         Plans and coordinates marketing communications programs and materials.

·         Supports and implements marketing strategies and analyzes marketing communications effectiveness.

·         Executes marketing plan set forth by product and/or sales manager.

·         Tracks marketing expenses against budget, and reports variances.

·         Develops and maintains graphic designs and layout to support the brand image.

·         Makes sure that graphic images, symbols and colors are acceptable with local cultural and language standards while adhering to the organization's stylistic guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Typically requires BS/BA or Associates degree in related discipline; generally 2-5 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in related field. Certification is required in some areas

DEPT/ORG SCOPE & IMPACT

Fully competent and productive professional contributor, working independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments that have direct impact on department and area results

SPAN OF CONTROL/COMPLEXITY

Performs full range of standard professional level work that typically requires processing and interpreting, Identifies problems and possible solutions and takes appropriate action to resolve more complex, less clearly-defined issues. Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information or inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data

DECISION MAKING

Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual complex problems or issues; Work review typically involves periodic review of output by supervisor and/or direct 'customers' of the process

KNOWLEDGE

Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of moderately complex assignments. Solid knowledge of organization's technologies and practices

INFLUENCE/PEOPLE LEADERSHIP

May provide general guidance/direction or train junior level support and professional personnel

Mill Communications Manager

Position Description- The Mill Communications Manager position for the Pensacola Mill will primarily support the Pensacola mill and community, with ad hoc communication support for the Henderson, Ky., mill. The position is located in Cantonment, Fla.

Key Accountabilities

On-Site Support Responsibilities

• Communications manager on-site, dotted line to the mill manager, direct reporting to the senior communication manager, Industrial Packaging

• Overall responsibility for employee communications, leadership communication, community relations, crisis communications, media relations, and stakeholder management.

• Manage public relations campaign surrounding construction of new $85 million wastewater pipeline project

• Manage crisis communications and ensure crisis communication plans exist and key people are trained on crisis communication processes and protocols. On-call 24/7 for crisis response needs

• Develop and manage an active media relations strategy (building strategic relationship with media, seeking out positive media opportunities, writing press releases, responding to all media inquiries with key messages)

• Active community relations strategy to manage community goodwill, identify key risks and manage implementation of strategic community relations initiatives to support mill goals (Community Advisory Council, IP Giving strategy, strategic partnerships/affiliations)

• Manage internal mill communication systems (leadership communications, employee engagement communications, feedback systems, newsletters, web sites, town hall meetings, etc.)

• Participates on mill lead team

• Communications adviser/coach to lead team members, area managers and first-line leaders

• Strategic communications planning and tactical support for mill initiatives (safety, reliability, employee engagement, etc.)

• Manage day-to-day, ongoing communication needs

• Provide communications/media training as needed

• Manage mill’s participation/interaction with company communications tools (IPToday, Hot News, IPMedia Network, DBS Broadcasts)

• Partner with government relations on selected business issues/initiatives

• Serve on local boards to ensure effective network with key stakeholders and opinion leaders

Ad Hoc Mill Support Responsibilities (Henderson)

• Communications manager off-site

• Crisis communications support as needed

• Media relations support/guidance (writing key news releases, advising mill leadership on managing the local the media in non-crisis situations, provide key messages and talking points for issues of strategic importance)

• Primary point of contact for mill leaders on critical communications needs

• Provide strategic communications counsel to mill manager and/or key mill leaders on items of strategic importance

• Provide communications/media training as needed

• Point of contact for interfacing with company communications tools (IPToday, Hot News, IPMedia Network, DBS Broadcasts)

• Partner with government relations on selected business issues/initiatives

Key Challenges

• Multiple / diverse priorities of mill leadership at multiple locations

• Gauging employee and local community sentiment, particularly at remote locations

• Developing / maintaining employee and lead team trust

• Establishing credibility / influence at facilities without dedicated communications staff

• Varying management styles and levels of endorsement, as well as limited on-site resources, may affect success of communications

• Translating company / business communications initiatives into effective local programs

• Balancing mill objectives and goals with company objectives and goals

• Serving needs of multiple stand-alone locations

• Working with limited / significantly reduced budget

• Remote location of managers

• Time management / balancing priorities among multiple managers and locations

Scope

• Responsible for communications at two primary mill locations – some travel required

• Primary mill locations represent approximately 500 employees, 720,000 tons annual capacity, and $535 million in capital employed

• Responsible for strategic management of multi-year $85 million wastewater project communications activities and strategy, with significant public scrutiny and interest, including management of project public relations agency

• Manage IP community relations programs for 50-mile radius surrounding Pensacola and Henderson mills, totaling approximately $175,000 in giving, fundraising, and company philanthropic programs

• Active member of Pensacola Mill Lead Team

• Active member of ad hoc task teams to enhance communications across International Paper’s U.S. and/or global operations

Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, minimum six years of experience

• Possess key competencies outlined in Communications Career Ladder

• Demonstrated employee communications and community relations experience

• Demonstrated media relations and crisis management experience

• Demonstrated successful interpersonal and political savvy skills

• Demonstrated ability to establish communications systems and manage and measure work remotely

• Manufacturing environment experience preferred

Competencies

• Influencing

• Planning & Priority-Setting

• Composure

• Customer Focus

• Business Acumen

• Dealing with Ambiguity

Please apply through Careerbuilder.

Cox Communications-