Senior Campus Communications Manager

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

University Communications and Marketing protects and advances Carolina's reputation as the nation's first and best public research university. In partnership with leaders and colleagues across campus, the team is responsible for developing and implementing an integrated strategy to share the impact of our university's teaching, research and service that improves our state, nation and world. Areas within University Communications and Marketing include Web Planning and Production, Internal Communications, Development Marketing, Executive Communications, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Social Media, Creative Services, and the UNC Visitors Center.

University Communications and Marketing is seeking a Senior Campus Communications Manager. This is a great position for an experienced communications professional interested in developing content for a campus audience and spearheading communications for major, University-wide initiatives. Successful candidates will have experience working in internal communications, strong organizational skills and an ability to solve problems. Additionally, successful candidates will be interested in creating content that highlights UNC-Chapel Hill and the people who make the University such a special place.

Reporting to the associate vice chancellor and working with colleagues in the Office of University Communications and Marketing, the Senior Campus Communications Manager provides strategic communications support to senior University administrators and serves, along with other colleagues in University Communications as a lead communicator on major University-wide initiatives. The Senior Campus Communications Manager works collaboratively with communications professionals across campus and other senior leaders to deliver a consistent message that supports the University's priorities and advances the University's position as a leader in higher education.

The Senior Manager will also be a contributing writer for The Well, the University's newsletter for students, faculty and staff. In this role, the senior manager will participate in integrated content planning meetings and write and curate timely news stories and creative features that inform and engage the campus community.

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Please upload at least one professional writing sample to your application.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.