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BCIT’s Applied Research Liaison Office (ARLO) requires a temporary, full-time (1.0 FTE) Education and Industry Liaison Strategist. This position is responsible for assisting the Director to raise awareness and understanding of BCIT’s applied research capabilities and activities inside BCIT, and with outside partners, clients, and potential clients, in order to contribute to the ongoing success of BCIT applied research activities.
Duties & Responsibilities
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
As part of the Applied Research Liaison Office (ARLO) team which includes the Director, this position is responsible for the following:
- In conjunction with the ARLO team, the incumbent works with various areas within Applied Research to implement new marketing/promotion activities.
- Develops creative concepts, strategies and processes that align with operational and strategic plans as they pertain to marketing and promotion objectives.
- Gathers and analyzes applied research related statistics for operational and strategic projects.
- Conducts interviews with stakeholders, clients and external customers to support and/or enhance the promotion of applied research activities and initiatives at BCIT.
- Monitors the effectiveness of products and services, bringing forward recommendations and feedback to the Director which supports the development and successful implementation of marketing strategies, communication practices and research techniques while assisting in the development of appropriate courses of actions
- Primary liaison with BCIT’s Marketing and Communications department to promote applied research activities.
- Develops story ideas for internal and external publication articles including conducting interviews, writing, final editing of articles to enhance Applied Research’s operational and strategic goals
- Designs, writes, tests and maintains the content and design for the BCIT Applied Research website and various social media channels such as Applied Research Blog, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
- Ensures quality assurance guidelines are met relating to web development, usability and accessibility.
- Undertakes the planning, facilitation and implementation of marketing events, workshops and related activities to showcase and promote Applied Research within BCIT, and to BC industry and business.
- Organizes, promotes and implements the annual BCIT Student Innovation Challenge competition to encourage students to adopt an innovative and entrepreneurial stance in their careers, and to help students turn their new ideas into practical reality.
- Initiates and organizes involvement in campus events such as new employee orientations, PD Day, Open House, and Big Info to ensure that Applied Research is well represented and promoted.
- Creates and distributes email marketing campaigns and maintains a customer email database.
- Monitors the production of marketing materials to ensure consistency and appropriateness.
- Independently or in conjunction with other ARLO team members, develops Web pages, graphics, video and blogs that support Applied Research at BCIT.
- Proactively seeks out successful applied research stories involving BCIT and liaising with the ARLO team develops and publishes these stories in the various media resources.
- Establishes and maintains positive partnerships within Applied Research, including various levels of staff within BCIT.
- Participates in Records Custodian training and remains current with record keeping practices, policies, and procedures (both BCIT and FOIPOP).
- Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of this position.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Definition: The qualifications section for this position was developed using the approved job evaluation plan, agreed to between the BCGEU and BCIT. The qualifications represent the minimum qualifications required in the future (i.e. to be reflected in job postings) and do not reflect the incumbent’s existing qualifications.
Education:
- Grade 12 plus Diploma in Marketing and/or Communication, or equivalent post-secondary education with and emphasis on marketing and communications courses.
Experience:
- Two years’ general marketing experience plus up to four years’ current relevant experience in a similar/related job.
Software/Computer Application(s) and Expertise:
- Strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Skilled using the internet for research purposes with demonstrated experience and expertise in graphics design, web development, video editing, social media technology and application and managing search engines.
Communication Skills:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to work within a team environment and adhere to strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of professionalism in order to meet the clients/customer needs.
Administrative Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate events, strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast paced environment.
- Must be detail-oriented.
Other Skills:
- A team-player who is self-directed, responsible and dependable.
- Must be able to work effectively with senior and all levels of stakeholders in developing and implementing projects, facilitating collaborative activities and supporting BCIT’s strategic vision.
- This position is required to work occasionally in the evenings and on weekends.
Additional Information
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us
- Competitive pay
- Minimum of fifteen days of vacation
- Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
- Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
- Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
- Professional Development funds and resources
- Access to most BCIT PTS courses free of charge
- Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
- Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
Salary Range
Salary Grade 8: $54,753 – $59,521 per annum
Additional Salary Information
External hires are initially placed at the minimum of the salary range with progression to the maximum. Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment.
Position Details
Posting Category
Applied Research
School/Service Area
Technology Centre-ARLO-Applied Research Liaison Office
Campus Location
CARI Building
Bargaining Unit
BCGEU Support Staff
Job Status
Temporary
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Start Date
11/21/2022
Anticipated End Date
06/30/2023
Competition Information
Competition Number
22B157
Competition Open Date
11/05/2022
Competition Close Date
11/14/2022
Open Until Filled?
No
