Assistant Dean of Strategy and Communications

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Dean of Strategy and Communications

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM College of Engineering (Vicki Colvin (00089820))

   

Work Location:

2214G Patrick F. Taylor Hall

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

Louisiana State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Dean - Strategy and Communications in the College of Engineering (COE). Reporting to the Dean, the Assistant Dean - Strategy and Communications is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive multi-channel communications strategy that aligns with organizational priorities for the College of Engineering. 

This role ensures alignment with the College's strategic plan while addressing diverse communication needs within available resources. The Assistant Dean manages risks in communications, supports leaders through coaching and strategic conversations, and manages a team of communications professionals. They serve as the primary advisor to leadership on messaging, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that all communications are impactful, aligned, and risk-aware. With a strong command of emerging technologies and a results-driven approach, the Assistant Dean is instrumental in enhancing the reputation and visibility of the College. 
 

30% Strategic Communications and Planning: 
Collaborate with the Office of Communications and University relations to establish and drive a multi-channel communications strategy that aligns with university standards and reflects the priorities of the COE academic leaders. Serve as a key member of the Dean’s administrative team, contributing to strategic planning and acting as the expert on communications.  Lead the development and execution of multi-channel communication plans and build awareness and advocacy within the college by circulating the strategic communication plan as a collaborative, widely accessible document for COE staff. Prioritize communication activities for staff and collaborators, emphasizing diverse outputs like meetings, events, and social media channels. Oversee communication publications for the college to support major announcements, new initiatives, and ongoing engagement. Identify key audiences, determine messaging, and outline actions for targeted outcomes. 

30% Data Metrics and Analytics:
Utilize metrics and analytics to evaluate the impact of communication strategies, leveraging data from surveys, focus groups, and web/social/event analytics to align tactics with COE goals and demonstrate return on investment. Continuously enhance communication efficiency and effectiveness by incorporating data insights and adopting innovative tools, such as AI/ML applications for content optimization, harmonized social media tools like Loomly, and data visualization platforms like Tableau. Maintain expertise in leading communication technologies and trends, adapting materials for diverse channels while generating live dashboards to measure and showcase communication reach and impact.

15% Collaboration and Partnerships:
Work closely with academic leaders, department heads, faculty, and staff to align communication efforts with institutional priorities and initiatives. Establish strong ties with diverse partners, including COE departments, other universities, industry partners, and government agencies to strengthen the College of Engineering’s expanding partnerships across various sectors.

10% Support for Leadership:
Provide coaching and support to academic leaders and spokespeople to develop clear and concise messaging that aligns with the College's strategy. Develop impactful talking points that convey leadership’s strategic priorities, fostering connection and trust among stakeholders.

10%Team Development: 
Supervise and manage a team of communication professionals, providing tailored guidance, mentorship, and onboarding to ensure alignment with college priorities. Foster team growth, expertise, and achievement to maintain consistency in communications efforts and high-performance standards.

5% Other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 7 years of related experience.

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