Communications Manager

Chaffey College

Salary: $8,443.00 Monthly

Job Type: Management-Classified

Job Number: 23-24/00086

Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Department: Strategic Communications

Closing: 3/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Position Description

Situated on the ancestral homeland of the Tongva Peoples, Chaffey College is one of the oldest community colleges in California and serves a variety of communities, workforce partners, and students. While other community colleges are often named after their geographic area, Chaffey College is named after local innovator, George Chaffey, who, among other things, implemented street lights in the city of Ontario. Like its namesake, we are known for an innovative culture, dynamic environment, and future-mindedness. We remain closely tied to our community and are seeking leaders who will join us in our quest to provide responsive and supportive programming to engage and improve the communities we serve. The entire campus community aspires to consistently fulfill the vision that Chaffey College “improves lives through education.”

Chaffey College celebrates the diverse communities we serve. As a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Chaffey's student population includes over 62% identifying as Latinx, 17% White, 8% African-American/Black, 6% Asian, and smaller percentages of Filipino(2.8%), Native American (0.40%), Pacific Islander (0.30%), or decline to state (2.82%). Furthermore, 40% of our students are first-generation college students, and approximately 62% of students are eligible for some form of financial aid. The current student population identifies as 62% female and 36% male with smaller percentages who either decline to state or identify as non-binary. Approximately 5% of Chaffey's students utilize Disabled Programs and Services for support. To support the diverse needs of these populations and their intersections, the College has developed a variety of robust equity-driven efforts in and out of the classroom including the Center for Culture and Social Justice, Panther Care, Turning Point, Success Centers, GPS Centers, and BLOOM training.

The Communications Manager for the Strategic Communications Office works closely with the Director of Marketing and Public Relations to develop strategic communication initiatives that accomplish departmental objectives, sustain and expand programs and services, while enhancing the reputation of Chaffey College through internal/external communications.

Responsibilities

• Support in developing, maintaining and executing the integrated communications strategy plan for Chaffey College.

• Promote and market Chaffey College to increase enrollment and visibility using traditional methods and emerging technologies.

• Facilitate brand management, media relations, communications, all print and electronic communications, digital communications and marketing efforts.

• Serve as lead copywriter for all Marketing and PR Office communications.

• Develop, write and secure media placement at the local, regional and national levels to increase the visibility/reputation of Chaffey College.

• Establish and maintain contacts with key media representatives.

• Oversee content for electronic, mobile applications and print.

• Oversee work as needed for college website to ensure content is accurate, up-to-date and accessible.

• Manage the development of online communications, including mobile applications and social media.

• Supervise short-term employees and delegate tasks as appropriate.

• Manage department vendors (contracted videographers, photographers, etc.) to produce visual storytelling content.

• Serve as lead disseminator of college communication via email, text messaging, push notifications and social media.

• Manage scripts and speeches for Chaffey College officials as needed.

• Work with designers to manage projects from concept to production.

• Manage and coordinate the development of presidential communications (e-newsletters, talking points, Op-Eds, etc).

• Research the development, placement and evaluation of effective media buys.

• Manage and disseminate critical information, internally and externally, during emergency activations; develop and maintain emergency materials that can be deployed rapidly during incidents; and participate in after-hours and on-call rotations as needed.

• Represent the Strategic Communications Office at both on campus and off campus meetings/events.

• Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing or public relations

• Minimum of four (4) years relevant experience in higher education and successful experience as a communications manager or closely related position.

• Minimum of two years copywriting and editing experience.

• Must be highly organized and detail oriented.

• Clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic backgrounds of a community college environment.

Knowledge of:

• Marketing techniques and strategies to include branding.

• Electronic communication techniques and strategies to include web site content management, email communications, and social media management.

• Public relations procedures, techniques, and methods including working with the media.

• Excellent oral and written communications and organizational skills.

Ability to:

• Work collaboratively and effectively with alumni, parents, faculty, staff, Governing Board Members, donors, prospective students and families, the community and the media.

• Exercise initiative, independent judgment, and responsibility.

• Manage simultaneous projects and multiple deadlines.

• Maintain friendly and professional manner especially under stress.

MEETING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT ASSURE THE CANDIDATE OF AN INTERVIEW. Applications will be evaluated taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Additional Information

SPECIAL CONDITIONSWorking Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and irregular hours as needed.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Chaffey College utilizes an online electronic application system. Our application can be accessed at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chaffey. The application must be completely filled out in detail and clearly show that you meet the qualifications as set forth in the announcement, and you must upload the following documents:

Please do not include any additional documents; only the documents that are indicated below. If you upload documents that are not required, your application may be disqualified. Please do not submit letters of recommendation or documents that contain your photograph.

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Copy of college level transcripts (Transcripts must indicate degree earned/conferred - photocopies or computer printouts are acceptable. Transcripts of all degrees applicable to meeting the minimum qualifications for this position must be included. Copies of diplomas/degrees are NOT acceptable in lieu of transcripts. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon hire. International transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a bona fide evaluation service. Educational requirements must be met on or before the closing date.)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT This is a full-time, 12-month position, Range 12 of the Management Personnel Plan with a starting salary of Step A, $8,443/month. Effective date of employment will be as soon as a successful candidate is selected and a mutually agreed upon date is determined. Excellent benefits include: health care, dental program, and vision services for employees and eligible dependents; employee life insurance; sick leave; and retirement coverage through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

Being able and ready to work in-person with Chaffey students, Chaffey employees, or other members of the Chaffey community/Chaffey partners/Chaffey contractors is an essential function of this job.

The Selection Process

A screening committee will conduct all minimum qualification appraisals as set forth on the announcement and reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an interview. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of the time and place of the interview. Interviews are usually held on the Chaffey College campus and are conducted by an Interview Committee. Additional interviews may be required. Reasonable accommodations are provided to persons with disabilities. Should an applicant have a need for an accommodation due to a disability, the applicant should contact the Office of Human Resources. Travel costs related to an interview will be borne by the applicant.

About the College

The College

Established in 1883, Chaffey College is one of California's first colleges. Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, Chaffey's Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana and Chino campus locations serve students from throughout the Inland Empire. A fully accredited two-year institution by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Chaffey College offers associate degrees and vocational and transfer programs in a wide variety of subjects. Most recently named one of the Top 10 community colleges

in the nation by the Aspen Institute; Chaffey College remains committed to its mission of improving the lives of its students, faculty, and staff through education.

District

Serving throughout the diverse Inland Empire, Chaffey College provides services to the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, and Upland, reaching a population of more than 830,000. The District also recruits from some of the area's top high schools, accepting students from four surrounding districts; Chaffey Joint Union High School, Chino Unified School District, Fontana Unified School District, and the Upland Unified School District.

Curricula

Whether the goal is to transfer to a four-year institution or enter the workforce better prepared, Chaffey College provides its students with the opportunity to take a variety of applicable courses. From taking lower division and general education classes to learning career-technical skills, the college provides its students with the tools needed to succeed during their time at Chaffey and beyond.

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