Communications Officer

• Job ID: SUPP-23/24-237
• Location: Tri-Campus
• Deadline: March 21, 2024
• Job Type: Support
• Start Date: Immediately
• Department: Communications and Government Relations
• Positions: 1

Duties

The incumbent, working within a broad marketing framework, will implement strategies to help achieve the College’s strategic marketing goals. Involvement focuses on the following:

• Initiating and supporting activities and advising staff in areas of internal and external communications.

• Enhancing the College’s profile through the establishment of strong communication links with the media, business, industry, agencies, students, the general public and through the development of several communication vehicles.

• Identifying and developing meaningful editorial opportunities aligned to college, academic and departmental priorities, and strategies.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a 3-year Diploma/Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Integrated Marketing Communications, or Digital Marketing.

A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a marketing/public relations environment. Experience planning/developing communications plans. Project management experience and ability to research/analyze complex information. Experience meeting tight deadlines and working under pressure to complete multiple tasks.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Superior command of the English language and grammar, with demonstrated ability to write clearly and creatively.
• Solid understanding of marketing strategies and communications
• Demonstrated creativity and expertise in the planning and development of advertising and promotional materials using a variety of media (digital, print, radio, video) to produce professional publications, reports, advertisements, video productions, etc.
• Ability to research and analyze complex information.
• Proficiency with a variety of microcomputer applications, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, email, and internet (MS Office Suite, Outlook).

Physical/Work Environment Essential Requirements:

The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location and work temporarily from a remote location with reliable internet access, as approved by the College and in accordance with the college’s Telework Policy.

Salary & Terms

• Support Group: Pay Band H
• Hours per week: 35
• Start Rate: $35.06/hour
• Posted Date: March 15, 2024
• Closing Date: March 21, 2024 (4:00 p.m.)

How to Prepare your Application for Submission: You will be able to attach only one document to your application. To prepare your application: Combine your cover letter and resume as one document. Save your document in .PDF, .doc, or .docx format using Last Name, First Name as your naming convention. Click on the link and complete the application form. Attach your cover letter/resume document to the application form.

THIS IS A FULL-TIME BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

This competition will be processed in accordance with College policy, the Academic and Support Staff Collective Agreements. In addition to comparing candidates’ qualifications and experience to the listed technical skills, education, work experience, and personal characteristics (values, attitudes, motivation, and performance), the seniority of Bargaining Unit members will be considered. If the search extends beyond the Bargaining Unit, consideration will be given to accumulated service with the College.

St. Lawrence College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, People and Culture at employ@sl.on.ca. To obtain a copy of this position vacancy or any of the position related documents in an alternate format please contact employ@sl.on.ca and our Talent Management Consultants will address your requests for accommodation confidentially.

This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.