Communications and Constituent Relations Manager for the President

OVERVIEW:
The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Communications and Constituent Relations Manager position for the President.The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants of diverse races, ethnicities, geographic origins, gender identities, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, work experience, physical and intellectual abilities, and financial means. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. This commitment is consistent with our mission to inspire our students, using the Catholic intellectual tradition, to think critically, work skillfully, and act wisely all for the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.JOIN OUR COMMUNITYThe University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibilityA generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibilityMedical, dental, and vision optionsEmployer-paid disability, life, and AD benefitsJOB SUMMARYThe purpose of this position is to assist the President and Chief of Staff in carrying out the mission of St. Thomas through development of communications for internal and external audiences, organizing events, providing services for constituents, and performing special projects on behalf of the Presidents Office.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Communications-Draft, edit and proof a wide range of communications on behalf of the President. This includes correspondence, reports, emeritus letters, faculty and student recommendations, special invitations, notes of thanks, messages to the community and congratulations.-Strategize and implement proactive internal communications on behalf of the President, in collaboration with Marketing, Insights and Communications. Maintain the Presidents office website and the Presidents presence on onestthomas and stthomas.edu.- Assist in proactive communications to the Board of Trustees and in writing and organizing materials to support the Board of Trustees.-Work with Student Affairs to coordinate and communicate Presidents messages to and presence with students.2. Constituent Services-Work independently, as well as collaboratively with the Presidents Chief of Staff and senior leadership team to identify and respond proactively to routine, sensitive and controversial issues.-Compose responses to issues raised by students, parents, alumni and others on behalf of the Presidents Office.-Meet with students who seek help from the Presidents office and help them navigate and resolve concerns. Provide follow up for students, faculty and staff who meet with the President.3. Events-Develop, implement and manage events, special projects and initiatives on behalf of the President and the Presidents senior team, as assigned.-Work closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure efficient use of Presidents time by planning events and projects and preparing talking points for events and speaking engagements.4. Presidents Office Operations-Work in concert with the Chief of Staff and Executive Assistant to the President to ensure efficient day to day operations of the Presidents office.-Ensure systems are updated to allow for file sharing and efficient processes for the President.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum QualificationsBachelors Degree in a relevant fieldFive years of relevant professional level experience in communications and/or marketing, preferably in higher educationAn equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.Preferred QualificationsEvent planning experienceHOW TO APPLYAll interested candidates must apply online at Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.The University of St. Thomas, Minnesota Human Resources Department advertises the official job listing on its website at University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer