Communications Manager, Planning and Facilities Management

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

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Job Overview

The Planning and Facilities Management Communications Manager works across the unit of Planning & Facilities Management (PFM) at Georgetown University to increase awareness, understanding, and connection to PFM projects across the university. The PFM communications manager works with the internal and operations communications team in the Office of Strategic Communications and Office of the Chief Operating Officer to foster an internal culture of transparency and shared understanding.  

The PFM Communications Manager will design strategic communication plans to effectively communicate university messaging around PFM strategic initiatives and construction projects. They will coordinate with PFM leadership as well as internal stakeholders across the university, to ensure accurate and timely communications of university updates and positions to internal and external audiences. To do this, the PFM communications manager will draft communications from the PFM unit, as well as university leaders, to students, faculty, staff, and the Georgetown community.

 

Work Interactions

The PFM Communications Manager works as a deputy to the Director of Internal Communications and Operations Communications within the Office of Strategic Communications to effectively communicate and protect the university brand and position. Through strategic planning and collaboration, the PFM

Communications Manager contributes to the university’s communications strategies by generating increased visibility and awareness of the PFM’s construction projects, initiatives, and goals.

The PFM Communications Manager will also have a role in supporting the internal communications for departments within the Office of the Chief Operating Officer, specifically University Information Services, Finance, Auxiliary Services, and Human Resources.

 

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field of study; one to two years of experience in facilities management, public relations, journalism, broadcasting, higher education, non-profit institution or related area

• Excellent written and oral communications skills, good judgment, ability to work on deadline, demonstrated interpersonal skills, flexibility, willingness to work evenings and weekends

• Ability to exercise diplomacy and manage a high-volume of communication initiative at the same time

• Meet tight deadlines and working under pressure and with an eye for detail

 

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$41,926.00 - $65,090.00

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.