Senior Communications Officer
2 weeks ago
Posting Details
Posting Summary Competition Number S181157P Position Title Senior Communications Officer (External) Position Number E99952 Employee Group Exempt (non-union support staff) Position Status Regular Full-Time Start Date End Date (if applicable) Department Communications & Marketing Additional Notes This position will include evenings, weekends and non-standard work hours.This position is a key member of the University’s crisis communications team; contributes to the University’s crisis communications plans and serves as a member of the University’s Emergency Operations team, requiring flexibility to attend to issues outside of regular work hours. Location North Vancouver Working with us At the heart of Capilano University, is our University Relations team that stands as a pillar dedicated to cultivating a culture of giving, engagement, and community building.Encompassing philanthropy, alumni engagement, university relations, communications, marketing, as well as university events and ceremonies, we are a collaborative and innovative team of inspired professionals. Through strategic partnerships and dedicated efforts, we seek to be the architects of lasting connections making a profound impact on the academic, cultural, and social fabric of CapU, not only enhancing our reputation but brining communities together and fulfilling our collective purpose.
Are you ready to be a catalyst for community engagement and contribute to a purpose-driven team? Join our University Relations, where your efforts will not only shape the present but also play a pivotal role in securing a vibrant and impactful future for Capilano University. What you’ll do Providing an essential, centralized service to Capilano University’s outreach and public information objectives, the senior communications officer (external) performs a pivotal role in delivering on the University’s mandate and position through leading media, government and community relations. This position is privy to confidential matters including University strategy and labour relations and works to provide the public with clear information regarding the University’s position on emerging issues and matters of interest. The position also manages and records University engagement with municipal, provincial, and federal elected officials, as well as government senior staff and business and community leaders to develop positive long-term relationships to build support for University initiatives.
The senior communications officer leads and manages media relations for the University and employs a variety of strategies to engage media interest in stories of CapU individuals, initiatives, challenges and successes that facilitates informed reporting. The senior communications officer is guided by a strong sense of story and consults with knowledge experts throughout the University community to assist media in their information requests. The incumbent takes complex subject matter and formulates action plans to lead a variety of public relations initiatives aimed at the media, government and other stakeholders in the community.
The incumbent is skilled in researching and preparing briefing papers for executive and highly responsive and respectful to the tight deadlines, which drive media interest and coverage. The incumbent represents Capilano University to internal and external audiences as required, and reports to the director, communications for communications work and concurrently reports directly to the vice president, university relations on government relations matters. In this senior role, the senior communications officer may represent the director when requested.
Communicates priorities, developments, successes and challenges to support leadership and executive communications. Responds to media and stakeholder partner requests for information with timeliness and accuracy. Acts as the University’s “front door” to triage requests for information from media, government and external stakeholders and ensures requests are responded to in a timely and accurate manner. Serves as a key member of the University’s crisis communications team; contributes to the University’s crisis communications plans and serves as a member of the University’s Emergency Operations team. Advises and leads the development of University’s government relations and community relations strategy. Ensures common understanding of current issues, activities and key messages. Provides strategic advice and counsel in support of government relations objectives. Represents Capilano University and/or facilitates meetings and interactions between University executives and staff with elected officials and senior staff at all levels of government. What you’ll bring Post-secondary degree or diploma in Journalism, Public Relations or Communications. A minimum of 7 years of experience in a public sector environment or large, complex organization. A minimum of 5 years media relations experience. For more information For more information, please see the complete job description. Benefits At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life. Take a sneak peak to see what it is like to work at Capilano University. Posting Detail Information Days and Hours of Work Our standard work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm, however, this position requires flexibility to respond to unexpected issues and needs outside of regular working hours as well. Bridge Period (if applicable) Pay Group 7 Salary This position has a salary range of $68,994 (minimum) to $91,992 (midpoint) to $101,191 (maximum) per annum. Employment offers will typically be made between the minimum and midpoint of the range and are determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity.
Additionally, Capilano University also offers a competitive total rewards package (college pension plan, employer paid benefit premiums, health spending account, modified work week, remote working options, etc.) Union N/A Job Open Date 05/16/2024 Job Close Date 06/03/2024 Open Until Filled No
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