Communications Manager

St. Catherine University•Saint Paul, MN

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About The Position

This role is responsible for managing communications efforts, requiring a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related liberal arts field. The position demands at least three years of full-time related experience, with student work counting at 10 hours per week. Volunteer experience is not considered work experience. The ideal candidate will possess superior AP-style writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences. Strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of print and electronic publications, and best practices for each are essential. Excellent project management skills are required, including the ability to independently develop and complete projects, respond promptly, and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft and Google suites is necessary, alongside excellent verbal and written communication, team management, and client management skills. The role requires demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners, manage tight deadlines, handle multiple projects, and perform under pressure. A collegial attitude and willingness to collaborate across functions, along with flexibility for both strategic and daily management tasks, are highly valued.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related liberal arts degree
Three years of related experience (each year must be full-time, 1,500 hours/year or more)
Student work experience is considered 10 hours/week
Superior, AP-style writing and editing skills
Ability to tailor messaging to a wide range of audiences
Strong attention to detail
Robust knowledge of print and electronic publications and best practices for each
Superior project management skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and complete projects independently
Demonstrated ability to respond in a timely manner
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
Skilled in using Microsoft and Google suites
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent team management skills
Excellent client management skills
Demonstrated ability to work well with internal and external partners
Ability to meet tight deadlines
Ability to juggle numerous projects
Ability to work under pressure
Collegial attitude
Willingness to collaborate across functions
Flexibility to perform both high-level strategic thinking and daily management tasks

Nice To Haves

Creative, adaptable staff
Enjoy working in a university climate that promotes multicultural understanding and cultural fluency, consistent with the University’s mission and values