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Advancement

Job Description

Mizzou Advancement Communications and Marketing is dedicated to implementing a comprehensive, data-informed and collaborative communications and marketing strategy that supports the university’s philanthropic and alumni relations goals. We are currently seeking a creative, result-driven person to join our team in developing compelling, high-impact projects that engage donors and alumni and inspire philanthropic support for Mizzou.

Reporting to the Creative Team Manager, the Communications Coordinator Sr will oversee digital communications projects, ensuring work is delivered on time, within scope and aligned with strategic objectives. The role requires a creative team member who can contribute to and distribute creative messaging and maintain high standards for quality and consistency.

Success in this position requires digital design and writing skills. Experience with email-building tools, the Adobe Suite and HTML and/or CSS are a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Implement high visibility email campaigns with complex versioning, segmenting and tokening, by creating, scheduling, testing and sending, while working with a wide variety of stakeholders
Partners with the Creative Team Manager and the Communications Project Manager for email data reporting
Updates and maintains website content on Advancement, Campaign and MAA websites
Other duties as assigned

Shift

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm with some occasional events

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary Experience in email platforms
Exceptional organizational skills, including coordinating email campaigns and project management.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with consistent professionalism.
Ability and desire to work in a mission-driven, cross-functional team environment.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $20-$25 hourly

Grade: GGS-8

University Title: Senior Communication Coordinator

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Resume and Cover Letter

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Other Information

Our Benefits

As one of Missouri’s largest employers, MU staff members enjoy exceptionally competitive health, PTO and retirement plans. A few highlights:

Health Insurance -Three plans to choose from, including our Custom Network Plan; a cost-effective insurance option that utilizes our extensive network of MU-affiliated hospitals, clinics and pharmacies.
HSA - UM provides between $400 - $1200 in contributions to health savings accounts, depending on plans and dependents
Dental - 100% coverage for preventative care, with no restrictions on network or non-network providers
Vision - $0 copays on frames and contact lenses along with a $140 allowance, and a $10 copay on yearly eye exams.
Retirement - UM will match 100% of up to 8% of eligible pay contributed to a 457(b), with a three-year vesting period on University contributions.
Tuition Assistance - Up to 75% of tuition and supplemental fees waived for employees, and 50% waived for spouses and dependents
Time Off – Personal time off (PTO) as well as 10 paid holidays.
Winter Break - The university observes a paid holiday for the period between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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