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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

If interested, you must submit a letter of application that addresses the professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications, a resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information to include postal addresses, e-mail and phone numbers.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Position Information

Posting Details

Official Job Title Public Relations Manager

Working Title: Public Relations Manager

Position Number 02129884

Division Marketing, Communications, University Relations

Department B914600 MARKETING COMM

Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff

Appointment Type Fixed Renewable, Non-Teaching

Pay Basis Annual

Salary Grade 24

FLSA Status Exempt

Percent 100

Posting Type Staff

UWM Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha.

UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/

School/College/Division Description

The Division of Marketing, Communications University Relations builds the UWM brand by sharing stories of student and faculty success. We also foster enrollment and retention, support University Advancement, and help campus units tell their stories. Learn more here:https://uwm.edu/marcomm/.

Job Summary

The Public Relations Manager creates, develops, and oversees the implementation of public relations strategy for the university, coordinates community relations campaigns, and consults with senior leadership on crisis communications in support of the institution’s strategic communication goals. This position works closely with the Director of Strategic Communications and campus leaders.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or similar field.

Progressively responsible experience as a reporter or editor with a news organization that has daily deadlines, such as a wire service, newspaper, television station or online news site or equivalent experience at a public relations firm or in-house public affairs department.

Progressively responsible experience working in multi-format (text, photo, video) team environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to craft a successful public relations strategy.

Evidence of strong news judgment and ability to develop story ideas.

Demonstrated ability to gather data and research issues in the news or with the potential to make news.

Demonstrated excellence in writing/editing.

Demonstrated knowledge of AP style.

Experience working with WordPress or a similar content management system to update websites.

Target Salary Range $75,000-$80,000

Benefits and Total Rewards

As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life

Application Instructions

If interested, you must submit a letter of application that addresses the professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications, a resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information to include postal addresses, e-mail and phone numbers.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Application Deadline 11/04/2024

Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No

If Continuous, Initial Review Date

Position Contact Name Zoe Carballido

Contact Phone 414-251-9294

Contact Email [email protected]

Application Notes

For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices

AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Job Categories Communication/Public Relations

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

References

Optional Documents