Qureos Mentor

Michigan State University

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>East Lansing, Michigan, United States
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Msue Directors Office 40001212
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Area of Interest: Administrative/Business/Professional
</li> <div></div><li>Area of Interest: Advising/Counseling
</li> <div></div><li>Area of Interest: Agriculture</li></ul><div></div><div><div><b><br>
</b></div>
 </div></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Extension
</li> <div></div><li>Support Staff
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Opening on: Jul 8 2026
</li> <div></div><li>Closing at: Jul 28 2026 - 23:55 EDT
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>14
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Salary Commensurate with Experience
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Michigan State University Extension
</li> <div></div><li>1144437</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
</b></div></div><div></div><div><b>
</b></div></div><div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Working/Functional Title</b></h3>
<p>
MSU Extension Media &amp; External Relations</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Position Summary</b></h3>
<p>
Michigan State University Extension is committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative environment, which requires all staff to contribute toward a vision for success regardless of title or position within the organization. We strive to create a positive culture, access to resources, and a sense of belonging for staff, partners, and programming participants. This means that all staff at MSU Extension are dedicated to the following:</p><br>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li><i>We work together to ensure that programming is available to all audiences, creates meaningful and positive impacts for participants, and demonstrates partnership and collaboration across communities.
</i></li><li><i>We understand that a welcoming and respectful environment is built through the efforts of everyone.</i></li>
<li><i>We foster an environment that welcomes a broad range of perspectives and experiences, ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to contribute and thrive.</i></li>
<li><i>We ensure that every team member is prepared with the skills and resources to contribute to our welcoming and supportive culture.
</i></li><li><i>We foster an environment that values a range of perspectives, skills, and experiences by working to ensure access to programming for communities.
</i></li><li><i>We commit to continuous learning and engagement to better serve Michigan residents and meet the evolving needs of communities.
</i></li><li><i>We recognize that broad accessibility and collaboration are essential elements of our work and are vital to organizational and programmatic success.</i></li>
<li><i>We embrace a culture of understanding, coaching, and feedback toward achieving a vision of success for the entire organization and its staff.</i></li>
<li><i>Together we will achieve success, and we commit to these goals in our work, continued education, and ongoing efforts.</i></li>
</ul>
<p><b>POSITION SUMMARY</b></p>
<p>
Manages the external relations and media activities for MSU Extension, in order to inform the public and the University.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
MSU Extension (MSUE) is a large and complex unit with more than 600 employees in 83 counties spread across the Upper and Lower Peninsulas of Michigan. MSU Extension is the university&rsquo;s community outreach organization, linking people across the state to the vast knowledge and resources of MSU.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
The Michigan State University (MSU) Extension Media and External Relations Manager is responsible for organization-wide media strategy and external engagement activities for MSU Extension. As part of a collaborative communications team, this position leads the execution of proactive media and external relations efforts that enhance the visibility, credibility, and public impact of MSU Extension statewide and nationally.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Under the leadership and direction of the MSU Extension Director of Communications and Digital Strategy, you will carry out organizational priorities and goals for media engagement and strategic communications campaigns that increase awareness and understanding of MSU Extension&rsquo;s mission, programs, and impact. You will implement media strategy, including issues management, and ensure alignment with University Communications and Marketing. Your responsibilities include managing media inquiries, developing press materials and key messages, preparing leadership and subject matter experts for media engagement, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and supporting major announcements and public-facing initiatives.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
As the MSU Extension Media and External Relations Manager, you will also contribute to high-impact storytelling and content development, including digital content, legislative materials, and impact-focused narratives. Additionally, you will provide guidance and training on media engagement and ensure all external communications align with MSU brand standards and organizational priorities.</p><br>
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<p>
Although negotiable, there will be space available for this position to work from the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
This position may be eligible to utilize a flexible work environment, however, there is an expectation to work from a MSU Extension office. The needs, responsibilities, and opportunities of an individual&rsquo;s position and office location drive the ability and amount of work-location flexibility.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
This is an off-dated position funded for one year from the date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.</p>
<p><b>
Characteristic Duties/Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Plans new strategies, campaigns, and external relations efforts for MSU Extension and advises other units on media and external relations issues.</li>
<li>Establishes policies and procedures related to the daily operation of external relations.</li>
<li>Develops promotion and marketing /news plans for the unit.</li>
<li>Develops specialized communications plans for other units as requested.</li>
<li>Coordinates special events.</li>
<li>Recommends web development and technology enhancements for the unit.</li>
<li>Plans, creates, produces, photographs, edits, records or drafts releases and feature materials for media and publications in order to inform the public and University of issues and events.</li>
<li>Identifies sources of information in research, reviews, and surveys in order to obtain information.</li>
<li>Negotiates rates and orders advertising for print, television or radio.</li>
<li>Designs and presents workshops on marketing, communications, and external relations strategies.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Media and External Relations Strategy, 20%</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Develops and implements media relations strategies, including proactive media positioning, protocols, issues management, and reputational communication for MSU Extension in coordination with the Director of Communications and Digital Strategy and in partnership with University Communications and Marketing.</li>
<li>Advises MSU Extension leadership and institute teams on media approach, messaging, and risk.</li>
<li>Develops and implements proactive media plans to elevate MSU Extension&rsquo;s visibility statewide and nationally, identifying story opportunities and pitching to key media outlets.</li>
<li>Partners with government and stakeholder relations staff to align legislative and external-facing communications with media strategy, public positioning, and organizational priorities.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Media Operations and Content Development, 20%</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Manages incoming media inquiries, triages requests, and coordinates timely, accurate responses across MSU Extension and with University Communications and Marketing.</li>
<li>Leads development and distribution of press releases, media statements, talking points, and key messages.</li>
<li>Ensures alignment with organizational priorities and external positioning.</li>
<li>Supports media planning and coordination for major events, announcements, and external-facing initiatives.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Collaboration, Alignment, and Organizational Support, 20%</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Partners with institute and program leadership to develop media strategies for high-priority initiatives, announcements, and emerging issues.</li>
<li>Collaborates across communications teams to align media strategy, coordinate outreach, and ensure consistent messaging across the organization.</li>
<li>Serves as primary liaison to University Communications and Marketing for media relations, ensuring coordination, alignment, and amplification of MSU Extension priorities.</li>
<li>Provides strategic input on digital content, and storytelling efforts to strengthen media visibility and public positioning.</li>
<li>Supports communications strategy for high-priority initiatives with an emphasis on media visibility and public impact.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Issues Monitoring and Training, 20%</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Monitors media coverage, emerging issues, and reputational risks; synthesize insights to inform strategy and leadership decision-making.</li>
<li>Working collaboratively with MSU Extension communications team, develops and delivers media training for leadership and subject matter experts.</li>
<li>Provides functional leadership and direction for media-related work across the communications team.</li>
<li>Ensures all media-facing communications align with MSU brand standards and organizational messaging.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Strategic Messaging and Storytelling, 15%</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Contributes as needed to high-level messaging and narratives for impact reports, legislative materials, and organizational storytelling, ensuring alignment with media strategy and public positioning.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Additional Responsibilities, 5%</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Other duties as assigned by supervisor.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></h3>
<ul><li>Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in journalism, telecommunications, marketing, advertising, public relations, or related field.</li>
<li>Three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public and media relations; composing, editing and publication production; news, broadcasting, and print media; and/or marketing, advertising, and creative services; graphic design; word processing; desktop publishing; web design; presentation; spreadsheet and/or database software; public presentation or radio production; or computer programming/technology.</li>
<li>Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li>
<li>This position requires or will require prior to the completion of the probationary period: knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations, and the ability to use e-mail and the internet.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Desired Qualifications</b></h3>
<ul><li>Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in communications, journalism, external relations, marketing/advertising, media relations, or a related field.</li>
<li>Experience using digital communications tools, such as external and/or media relations platforms (e.g., Cision or Meltwater), content management systems (such as dotCMS).</li>
<li>Familiarity with Microsoft Office and standard communications tools, including experience with design or multimedia tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), preferred.</li>
<li>Proficiency in use of technology (e.g., web research, Zoom, Qualtrics, Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook for mail/calendaring, distance technology, etc.) for day-to-day work and educational program delivery, record keeping, reporting, team-based communications, and overall management.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in media and external relations and strategic communications, including developing and executing proactive media strategies.</li>
<li>Experience managing media inquiries, developing press materials, and positioning organizations with external audiences.</li>
<li>Experience supporting or aligning communications with government, legislative, or stakeholder relations efforts.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, accessible messaging for various audiences.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.</li>
<li>Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, including experience with AP Style.</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Experience working with and advising organizational leadership on communications strategy or messaging.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to lead or influence cross-functional teams in a matrixed or decentralized organization.</li>
<li>Experience building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including media, partners, and community organizations.</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, exercising sound judgement and decision-making in fast-paced or high-visibility situations.</li>
<li>Experience identifying and responding to emerging issues, reputational risks, or sensitive communications situations.</li>
<li>General knowledge of higher education, public sector, or Cooperative Extension systems preferred.</li>
<li>Understanding of community engagement and outreach and outreach best practices.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to develop messaging and communications materials for a variety of audiences and platforms.</li>
<li>Experience contributing to or supporting campaigns, reports, or large-scale communications initiatives.</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to communications practices that reach audiences representative of the populations served.</li>
<li>Ability to apply principles of culture, access, and belonging in communications strategies and materials.</li>
<li>Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently in an office environment without daily supervision and/or coaching.</li>
<li>Ability to travel in local and surrounding communities, and occasional long-distance travel are required as a regular part of this position.</li>
<li>Demonstrated drive and initiative, with proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks simultaneously.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</b></h3>
<p>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Application Materials</b></h3>
<ul><li>Current resume/CV.</li>
<li>Cover letter.</li>
<li>Four (4) professional references including at least two (2) prior or current supervisors.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Work Hours</b></h3>
<p>
STANDARD 8-5</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Description of End Date</b></h3>
<p>
This is an off-dated position funded for one year from the date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Website</b></h3>
<div><p><b>
https://youtu.be/R58m2-um5Mg?si=Qra8RMsP</b></p></div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Bidding eligibility ends July 14, 2026, 11:55 PM</b></h3></div></div></div></div>

MSU Extension Media & External Relations — Communications Manager II

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>East Lansing, Michigan, United States
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Office Of Research And Innovation 10059722
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Area of Interest: PR/Media/Graphics/Comm/Fund Raising
</li> <div></div><li>Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
</li> <div></div><li>Group: Professional Supervisory- APSA</li></ul><div></div><div><div><b><br>
</b></div>
 </div></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Support Staff
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Opening on: Mar 11 2026
</li> <div></div><li>Closing at: Mar 31 2026 - 23:55 EDT
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>15
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>88313.00 - 116038.00 Salary Commensurate
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Research And Innovation
</li> <div></div><li>1116697</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
</b></div></div><div></div><div><b>
</b></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Working/Functional Title</b></h3>
<p>
OR&amp;I Director of Communications</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Position Summary</b></h3>
<p>
The Office of Research and Innovation (OR&amp;I) supports MSU&rsquo;s research enterprise by administering research funding, ensuring research integrity for both faculty and students, providing grant support services, fostering collaboration, licensing university inventions, and overseeing regulatory compliance.</p>
<p>
OR&amp;I currently seeks a senior level Director of Communications to lead the strategic communications efforts for this major administrative unit (MAU). This individual will develop, coordinate, and execute communication plans, initiatives, and strategies to support the research enterprise and elevate the research reputation of the University. The Director also advises members of the Leadership team on communications, and develops key messages, speeches and other materials that align with broader goals and initiatives.</p>
<p>
The Director will lead the communications unit, a cross-functional team of communication professionals supporting strategic communication, events, and other initiatives related to the Office of Research and Innovation and its reporting units. The position reports to the Chief of Staff in Research and Innovation and is a member of the leadership team.</p>
<p>
This individual will represent and support the office by participating in strategic communication planning, aligning internal communication strategies to support goals and objectives of broad institutional initiatives, provide executive communication support, and represent the office in university-level meetings. Leadership, proactive decision-making, project management, and delegation are all skillsets that will be required for this position. The team this candidate will lead is trusted by all subunits of the office and across campus, brings added value to those they work with, and is focused on collaboration and proactive implementation to produce high-quality results for the units they serve.</p>
<p><b>
Duties and Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul><li>Provides strategy, guidance, and execution for executive level communications for the Vice President and other Research and Innovation leadership team members</li></ul>
<ul><li>Supports the Vice President and executive team with implementation of the unit and MSU strategic plans.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Works with unit leaders and their teams to identify and understand goals and establish priorities to deliver successful communication solutions. Such content may include required compliance or training initiatives, promotion of events or services, or other announcements important to conducting research.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Advances MSU&rsquo;s central communications initiatives; coordinates and collaborates with University Communications and other central units.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develops, coordinates, and executes communications and marketing plans, initiatives, strategies, and activities to inform, educate, engage, and inspire action among MSU research faculty, staff, and students.</li></ul>
<p>
&middot; Works with University Communications to cultivate communication opportunities for executive leadership and subject matter experts related to unit and university initiatives. &middot; Collaborates with College communicators to curate research stories for amplification, and write research stories and announcements as needed for press releases, website content, etc.</p>
<ul><li>Directs execution of multi-channel communication plans including vendor and freelancer relationships, production management for communications and technical functions and coordination of asset placement.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Oversees development and implementation of high-quality communication products including websites, annual reports, promotional emails, digital ads, social media content, podcasts, videos, and press releases, and various types of digital content for unit and university outlets (i.e., unit newsletters, MSUToday).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Facilitates events that serve the overall goals for the MAU that could include conferences, convenings, research lectures, or training workshops, assists in all promotional activities, and supervises the event planning staff.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Serves as a public information officer answering public requests and directing media inquiries to appropriate unit subject matter experts.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Oversees team operations and team member productivity, building a highly inclusive culture that ensures team members thrive and organizational outcomes are met.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintains awareness of university developments and standards, changes in dynamics, and other areas that that impact Research and Innovation and the units within it.</li></ul>
<p><b>
Impact on Programs/Services/Operations</b></p>
<p>
Michigan State University faculty, staff, and students are involved in activities that, if publicized to constituents, can enhance the public image and build the reputation of the University. Implementation of a strategic communications plan regarding stories that enhance the image, reputation, and brand of the University is critical to accomplishing these goals.</p>
<p><b>
Work Environment</b></p>
<p>
Standard office environment. A hybrid schedule with some work from home and some on-site responsibilities is acceptable.</p>
<p>
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties no mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Requirements</b></h3>
<p>
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in English, professional writing, journalism, science or climate journalism, public relations, marketing, telecommunications or communications, business administration, or a related field; five to eight years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work in organizational or executive communicatons; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Desired Qualifications</b></h3>
<p>
Master&rsquo;s level education in strategic communications, business administration or similar. Higher education experience strongly preferred with an understanding of academic structure and governance, or a strong background in organizational or executive communications. Experience identifying audience needs, increasing engagement with internal stakeholders, and successfully implementing and measuring effectiveness of communications and marketing in a highly decentralized environment. Strong writing skills are a must.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</b></h3>
<p>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Application Materials</b></h3>
<p>
All applicants should apply with a resume, cover letter and three professional references. In addition, please attach three professional writing samples to your application.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Work Hours</b></h3>
<p>
STANDARD 8-5</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Website</b></h3>
<p>
RESEARCH.MSU.EDU</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Remote Work Statement</b></h3>
<p>
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
The Bidding Eligibility ends on 03/17/2026 at 11:55 PM</b></h3></div></div></div></div>

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