Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in English, journalism, public relations, communications, marketing or a related field.Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in journalism, communications, public relations, and/or community/government relations, preferably in an institution of higher education.Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Experience working within a higher education institution.
- Three years of experience in marketing, community or government relations and/or public affairs.
- Experience deploying successful communication strategies in support of multiple institutions, campuses or sites.
- Experience in team building and cross collaboration across multiple constituent groups to achieve project completion.
- Evidence of leadership abilities within an educational, business, or government institution.
- Experience working with elected officials, legislators, legislative staff, or committees.
- Experience in developing markets and promotional strategies for products/programs.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Environment:
- Typical office environment including mobile and connected interactions.
- Travel as appropriate.
Physical Abilities:
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone and make presentations.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
- Vision sufficient to read various materials.
- Sitting for extending periods of time.
- Bending at the waist.
- Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs.
APPLICATION PACKET:
A District on-line application on http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/. *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. Additionally, you will be asked to explain how your life experiences, studies or work have influenced your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.A cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position.A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application. Items not required (including reference letters) will not be accepted. For full-consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.Please allow yourself ample time to complete your application and resolve any technical difficulties that may arise with your submission. We do not guarantee a response to application questions within 48 hours of the closing date.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Position: Full-Time, Contract, 12-months per year
Starting date: As soon as possible upon completion of the search process.Annual salary plus benefits; excellent benefits package which includes coverage for employee and eligible dependents, dental, vision care, employee assistance program, long term disability, retirement benefits and basic life insurance. For information on our benefits package that includes medical for employees and dependents, visit our web site: http://hr.fhda.edu/benefits/index.html Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement.The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S.For more information about our application process contact:
Employment Services
Foothill-De Anza Community College District
12345 El Monte Road
Los Altos Hills, California 94022
Email: employment@fhda.edu
http://hr.fhda.edu/
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