Working at Cedarville University is more than a job, it's a calling. A call to help equip students to go into the world and do great things for the Kingdom. A call to use the gifts God has given you to make the most of every day. A call to work as unto the Lord. God is doing great things at Cedarville University and we are excited for you to be part of it.

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Cedarville University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Public Relations. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site staff position in the Public Relations Department within the Marketing and Communications Division. This position reports to the Executive Director of Public Relations and works 2,080 annual hours.

The Assistant Director of Public Relations develops and shares compelling stories that highlight the people, programs, and mission of Cedarville University. This position manages a team of student public relations writers, oversees the creation and distribution of university news content, serves as Merit Manager, coordinates institutional advertising, and collaborates with academic schools and departments to identify strategic storytelling opportunities.

Internal Applicants: Current Cedarville University employees must apply through Dayforce using the internal application process.

Essential Responsibilities

Write Stories and Provide Leadership to Student Public Relations Writers

Generate newsworthy and mission-aligned stories for internal, external, web, and social media audiences.
Train, mentor, and evaluate student PR writers.
Assign news stories to the student writing team; manage student story deadlines, and train and develop student writers to become exceptional PR writers.
Manage student schedules and timesheets.
Review and edit news releases.
Post news releases on the university’s website and key department pages.

Serve as Merit Manager

Use the Merit software to communicate student-related stories, dean’s list and commencement announcements through Merit.

Cedarville Stories Podcast

Write show notes.
Post and distribute podcast.

Advertising Manager

Request advertising creative.
Place ads in selected media outlets.

Manage ExpertFile

Post weekly or biweekly posts to help generate media interviews for Cedarville faculty.
Manage the Experts Guide on Cedarville’s PR web pages.

Crisis Communication

Assist in crisis communication situations, when needed.

Additional Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, professional writing, English, preferred.
Strong writing skills required.
Proven experience in journalism, editing, professional writing, or related area.
Ability to strategically use AI.
Exceptional proofreading and editing skills.
Ability to read, write, and speak English language.
Proficient in common office software systems (Photoshop knowledge, preferred).
Valid driver’s license.

Required Mental/Physical Abilities

Ability to type (keyboard proficiency).
Ability to read and proofread with extreme care and accuracy.
Ability to hear/discern spoken words on the phone or in person for interviews.
Attention to detail.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to multitask.

We Offer an Exceptional Employee Experience:

A commitment to Scripture that informs everything we do –transforming lives through excellent education and equipping students to stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. We are a mission-led, Christian institution with numerous opportunities for your growth and contributions.
An excellent and comprehensive employee benefits program for eligible employees and their families.
Meaningful Christian community and fellowship among students, faculty, and staff.
A beautiful, well-maintained campus with modern facilities in the serene, family-oriented town of Cedarville, Ohio.
Free access to our first-class Athletic and Recreation Facilities.
Free employee parking.
Free access to Centennial Library campus resources.
Campus Bookstore and Campus Dining Hall discounts.
Opportunities to foster growth through chapel and other university-sponsored events.
Opportunities to share the gospel worldwide through Global Outreach mission trips.

General inquires should be directed to Teresa Day,Director of Staffing. This position is subject to the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and Cedarville University policies, including the successful completion of a criminal history investigation. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Cedarville University is an equal opportunity employer.

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