Mid-Atlantic HERC

Who We Are
We, the Division of Student Affairs, are a student-focused organization that aims to empower student success and support personal development. We act daily to create, enhance, and sustain a culture of respect and inclusion in the workplace, focusing on equity and justice in its many forms, including racial, social, and environmental justice. We intentionally and relentlessly pursue excellence through introspection, vulnerability, empathy, compassion, learning, and courage. We value our internal and external partnerships as vital drivers of the ambitious goals we pursue. We celebrate and take pride in the following:

• Named one of the "Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs" by Diverse Magazine.
• Serving a highly diverse student body (click here for more information).
• Leading the way as the #1 ranked institution in the AAU and #3 of all colleges and universities nationally in fostering our students' social mobility.
• Awarded multiple distinctions including philanthropic awards and research grants in experiential learning and career development, voter engagement, student engagement, health and wellness practices, and quality of residential life.

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Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Two (2) years of full-time professional experience working in communications, marketing or public relations (student experience may be considered). Occasionally moves materials, equipment, or cameras weighing up to 50 pounds across campus.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Business, Marketing, English, Journalism or related field. Additional years (3+) of full-time professional experience working in communications, marketing or public relations (student experience may be considered). Experience with effective graphic design, branding principles, and/or marketing. Graphic design and video production experience. Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud. Experience with digital marketing and communications strategies. Experience creating content for social media and the web. Experience interacting with a diverse population of students, faculty and staff.

Brief Description of Duties:
Reporting to the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, this position will provide support for all aspects of the marketing and communications efforts for Campus Residences. The Marketing and Communications Coordinator will assist in leading the residential marketing and communications initiatives in support of the residential system, which generates annual revenue. In addition to the Executive Director of Marketing and Communication for Student Affairs, the Associate Director of Housing Administration will provide leadership, management, and support.

The ideal candidate will be creative, a self-starter, and will possess the ability to work independently. It is imperative to have excellent verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail.

• The Coordinator will help create marketing collateral materials, including departmental communications, print materials, graphics, videos, reports, presentations, etc. and provide video production and editing support. Serve as a marketing and communications resource to Campus Residences areas, providing expertise and guidance regarding brand guidelines and content creation, including the creation of apparel and merchandise. Manage storage, organization, and inventory of marketing and promotional materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Coordinate creation of content for Campus Residences' social media and maintain the content calendar. Monitor social media channels for industry trends. Provide web content support as needed.
• Assist the Executive Director with creating student-related crisis or emergency communications as needed, and facilitate information and sources for media inquiries, as needed. Partner with Campus Residences departments and other partners to identify newsworthy stories and help gather relevant information for the media.
• Supervise student marketing staff to support marketing and communications efforts. Assist with budget support. Develop cooperative relationships within the Stony Brook community.
• Professional Development and Committee Involvement: Participate in opportunities that promote learning, growth, and development (e.g., classes, training, committee, webinar, etc.). Contribute to the Division of Student Affairs and Stony Brook University by attending and/or supporting events, activities, and programs sponsored by areas outside of your department/unit (e.g., campus-wide traditions, events, programs, etc.).

• Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and department mission.

• Evening and weekend work may be required at times.

Special Notes:
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Non Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.

Salary: $60,000 + $4,000 Location Pay = $64,000 Total Compensation
In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $4,000 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.

Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA.

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