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The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Public Affairs Coordinator, UNLV Integrated Marketing and Branding [R0119367]

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1957, UNLV is a Carnegie R1 “very high research” institution with more than 31,000 students, 3,400 faculty and staff, with more than 120,000 alumni around the world. As one of the most diverse undergraduate campuses in the United States, UNLV is actively recruiting diverse faculty and staff to join a team that fosters an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment. UNLV offers a broad range of respected academic programs and is on a path to join the top tier of national public research universities. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses, which are home to our School of Dental Medicine and School of Medicine. For more information, visit unlv.edu.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY
The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness as well as participate in fostering a respectful, positive work environment.


ROLE of POSITION 

The Public Affairs Coordinator is a core part of the university’s central communications team. This position is the primary coordinator for all public records requests, working with university-wide faculty and staff as well as general counsel, students, and members of the general public, tracking all tasks and driving processes to meet deadlines; coordinates with commercial film crew activities from initial outreach to contract negotiation to filming on campus; responds to and coordinates media requests with senior directors of public affairs and media relations and works with campus communicators across UNLV; assists with crisis communication planning; creates and delivers presentations; and provides general and special projects support. The public affairs coordinator reports to the senior director of public affairs, a department under the direction of the chief marketing officer and vice president for integrated branding and marketing.  

QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university and three years of related professional experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in communications, English, public relations, business, liberal arts, or related field and professional experience working with general counsel and/or executive level leaders.

In addition, a successful candidate will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, including exceptional proofreading and editing skills; the ability to think, plan and communicate strategically to a variety of audiences; strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; ability to process information and communicate clearly under pressure, with little direction, and within tight deadlines; ability to build trusting relationships through, at times, limited interaction; ability to work within a team and demonstrate strong time management skills; hold a general knowledge of the local media, media trends, and current and emerging social media; thorough knowledge of all common office software applications and UNLV fiscal, human resources applications, and Workday knowledge is preferred. The incumbent will collaborate with other professional staff within central university communications and across the university, motivating individuals outside of the division to act with urgency. Strong awareness of issues in higher education is a plus.


SALARY RANGE
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding. 

APPLICATION DETAILS
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Please note that only applicants who have submitted all aforementioned required materials (letter of interest, resume, and references) will be considered.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on Dec. 13, 2019, and best consideration will be gained for materials submitted prior to that date. Materials should be addressed to Cindy Brown, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted online as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or applicant.inquiry@unlv.edu.                                                                                                                                                      
SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT
UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

EEO/AA STATEMENT
UNLV is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Job Category
Administrative Faculty

Exempt

Yes
Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%
Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. 

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified,  HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.  

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.

Apply through Workday here: https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UNLV-External/job/UNLV1-Maryland-Campus/Public-Affairs-Coordinator--UNLV-Integrated-Marketing-and-Branding--R0119367-_R0119367