Communications Manager

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

As Wisconsin’s only public urban research university, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has established an international reputation for excellence in research, community engagement, teaching, and entrepreneurism. Designated an R1 research institution, UWM educates 24,000 students and is an engine for innovation in southeastern Wisconsin.

Founded over 60 years ago in the belief that Milwaukee would need a great public university to become a great city, UWM has a dual research and access mission aimed at serving the diverse needs of Wisconsin’s largest metropolitan area by furthering opportunities at all levels for students who may be financially or educationally disadvantaged. More than one-third of its students are the first in their families to attend college, and 30 percent are students of color. In all, the university educates almost 24,000 students on its three campuses. It is the largest educator of veterans in Wisconsin, with more than 1,000 enrolled each year under the federal G.I. bill. The Princeton Review named UWM a 2018 Best Midwestern university based on overall academic excellence and student reviews.

UWM is committed to the full inclusion of LGBT+ campus constituents. In 2018, Campus Pride Index named UWM as one of the Best of the Best Top 30 LGBTQ-friendly postsecondary institutions in the United States. UWM was the first university in the UW-System to implement an inclusive housing policy.

http://www.uwm.edu

Position Details

Communications Manager
Job
Full-time
11/12/2024
Southeast Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI

COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program):

The https://uwm.edu/academicaffairs/about/ at UWM is dedicated to delivering the highest quality academic experience to our undergraduate and graduate students. Academic Affairs supports the career and professional development of UWM’s faculty and staff, fostering an environment of continuous growth and excellence. Academic Affairs is a strong advocate for research and scholarship, proudly supporting our faculty, staff, and students in their scholarly pursuits.

Job Summary:

The Communications Manager for the Provost Office at UW-Milwaukee will oversee and manage all communication efforts on behalf of the Provost. This role is crucial in advancing the strategic goals of the Provost’s office by ensuring that all communications are clear, consistent, and aligned with priorities. Responsibilities include drafting, editing, and coordinating weekly announcements and managing the Provost Office’s web presence. The Communications Manager will work closely with various stakeholders to gather and disseminate messages, handle crisis communications, and tailor messaging for different audiences, including faculty, students, and external stakeholders.

Additionally, this role involves developing and implementing comprehensive communication strategies, managing timelines for communication projects, and ensuring the effectiveness of communication initiatives.

This position requires full-time, on-site presence at the UW-Milwaukee campus.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field 
  • Two years of professional experience in a communications or strategic planning role 
  • Two years of professional experience in web content development and content management systems 
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills 
  • Experience with, and ability to work independently, solve problems, and take initiative with minimal direction 
  • Successful experience maintaining a high level of discretion, integrity, and an ability to maintain confidentiality

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