Jobs In Gunnison, Colorado

Western Colorado University invites applications for the position of Director of Marketing Communications. This is an exempt, full-time, 12-month position. The Director of Marketing Communications a senior-level position in the Marketing and Enrollment Division and directs the development, management and deployment of institutional marketing communications. The Director will manage a marketing communications staff of content and design professionals and will work collaboratively with individuals and organizations for all Western programs and initiatives to achieve divisional and institutional short- and long-term goals tied to student, academic, partnership and operational success.

We are seeking an accomplished marketing communications professional to lead, motivate, supervise and evaluate our team of talented professionals to produce consistent, unified messaging that aligns with the University brand and helps to advance the University’s reputation and standing. The Director will develop and implement creative and measurable marketing communications plans that encompass strategic planning and execution; create and foster key partnerships; conduct ongoing team training and development; work with University leadership to shape key messages; interact with campus leaders to build consensus and rapport; proactively manage situational communications opportunities; establish and oversee the building of relationships with area media and press partners. A critical aspect of this role will be the ability to identify and effectively implement emerging trends and strategies. The key for success in this role is an understanding of a broader vision of Western’s brand and being able to collaborate with our internal teams to strategize the implementation of segmented campaigns effectively.

The Director of Marketing Communications is required to work on-campus.