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Manager – Aerospace Strategic Communications and Outreach

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Work Type: Administrative
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: College of Basic & Applied Sciences

Job Title

Manager – Aerospace Strategic Communications and Outreach

Department

Aerospace

Salary

$57,113 - $71,487; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Manager—Aerospace Strategic Communications and Outreach reports to the Chair of the Department of Aerospace. Responsibilities include managing department communications and outreach services and providing guidance and direction in advancing the department's strategic plan and mission. Responsibilities include the development and implementation of internal and external communication, marketing, multi-media strategies, stakeholder outreach, student recruiting, and retention initiatives, leading and managing events, including airshows and career expositions, donor giving, promotion of academic programs, managing and mentoring assigned personnel, assisting the chair in developing and promoting a brand image. As a representative of the Department of Aerospace, duties include in-state and out-of-state travel to represent the department at public events for recruitment, outreach, strategic communication, and development activities. This person will serve as a key member of the department leadership team, as the department marketing liaison with other Managers of Strategic Communications and MTSU Marketing, and will promote a consistent, professional, and integrated brand for the department.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, aviation management or a related field. Five (5) years of directly related progressively responsible experience may be considered with a bachelor's degree in an unrelated field.

Required Related Experience

Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in managing marketing and strategic communications, public relations, organizational communication/marketing, or related experience is required. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills to reach a target audience and key stakeholders. Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging technology, media, and digital communications and how to implement appropriate strategies for specific projects. Ability to effectively organize and manage personnel and multiple concurrent projects. Marketing and managing academic events for community and campus audiences. Maintain data and generate reports on communication effectiveness. Internships or student workers/employment may be considered in combination with full-time experience.

Desirable Related Experience

Prior experience within a university/college, collegiate aviation, or aviation industry. Special consideration will be given to candidates with a graduate degree in a related field.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: January 22, 2025

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