Manager, Community Engagement, Web Content and Communications

Department: University Libraries 
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada 
Posting Number: S53-23 
Employee Group: DPMG 
Position Type: Regular, on-going 
Employment Type: Full-time 
Salary: $55,034 – $73,625 per annum 
Classification: ADM-05 

About Dalhousie University: 

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. 

Job Summary: 

Dalhousie University Libraries support and advance learning and research endeavors by providing collections, facilities and services that enable expedient access to the world’s information and knowledge. Reporting to the Dean of Libraries, the Manager, Community Engagement, Web Content and Communications is responsible for the management of the digital identity, communications, events, and advancement activities for the Dalhousie University Libraries. 

Key Responsibilities: 

∙ Creates an annual communications plan based on the Libraries strategic plan. 
∙ As the primary editor and publisher for the Libraries website, oversees design and maintenance of Dal Libraries’ web presence and coordinates assessment and user experience analysis of website. 
∙ Manages media requests for Dal Libraries and advises the Dean of Libraries on issues management, with a particular focus on risk management. 
∙ Collaborates with the Dean of Libraries and library staff to write effective promotional, marketing, and advertising copy in support of the Libraries’ strategic initiatives, services, and resource offerings. ∙ Maintains superior knowledge and trains library colleagues on latest information technology opportunities for library communications/marketing with a focus on social media. 
∙ Leads and coordinates event management for Dal Libraries, organizing various internal and external EDIA, literary, training and staff development events, and advancement activities.

Note: 

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines. 

Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary. 

Required Qualifications: 

∙ Undergraduate degree in public relations or marketing (or related field), plus approximately three years’ experience in marketing or communications (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
∙ Experience in creating and executing successful marketing and communications strategies, as well as demonstrated competence using social media, website development, and creative design work.
∙ Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, simultaneously. 
∙ Must have excellent written and oral communications skills, with the ability to tailor communications to the needs of the audience. 
∙ Service oriented, highly motivated, and equally capable of working independently as well as part of a team. 

Assets: 

∙ Event planning experience 

Job Competencies: 

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular: 
– Self-Awareness & Professionalism 
– Respect & Inclusion 
– Knowledge & Thinking Skills 
– Communication 
– Thinking and Acting Strategically 

Additional Information: 

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program. 

Application Consideration: 

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration. 

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources. 

Diversity Statement: 

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit http://www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

Deadline for applications: March 7, 2023 

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting: https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/12634 

Documents Needed to Apply: 
1. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV) 

Optional Documents: 
1. Cover Letter